Since the rattlers are open this week they can now turn their focus towards next weeks 4 2A Champioship showdown with hector. All hector has to do is take care of business this week, shouldn't be a problem, and the stage will be set. However, I thought I would take a different approach this week and look to the past for motivation. I know every team has their Shabaz, Logan, Ray, etc. but it is the unsung hero's that help make these house hold names. So without further ado, i'll Take us back to 2010 and the strong bulldogs and Kenneth Dixon came a calling, the rattlers heard all week about how superior Strong was and how the rattler hadn't seen that kind of speed before. Which is were this week unsung hero steps in, the on and only magazines very own, Long Yang. Yang torched strong with a 50+ bomb reception and wreaked havoc in the strong backfield throughout the game corralling Dixon and the bulldog running attack.
So in recognition of Long Yang's past performance, next week rattler24 will be selecting the Long Yang offensive and Long Yang defensive players of the game.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 23, 2018, 09:37:30 pm
Since the rattlers are open this week they can now turn their focus towards next weeks 4 2A Champioship showdown with hector. All hector has to do is take care of business this week, shouldn't be a problem, and the stage will be set. However, I thought I would take a different approach this week and look to the past for motivation. I know every team has their Shabaz, Logan, Ray, etc. but it is the unsung hero's that help make these house hold names. So without further ado, i'll Take us back to 2010 and the strong bulldogs and Kenneth Dixon came a calling, the rattlers heard all week about how superior Strong was and how the rattler hadn't seen that kind of speed before. Which is were this week unsung hero steps in, the on and only magazines very own, Long Yang. Yang torched strong with a 50+ bomb reception and wreaked havoc in the strong backfield throughout the game corralling Dixon and the bulldog running attack.
So in recognition of Long Yang's past performance, next week rattler24 will be selecting the Long Yang offensive and Long Yang defensive players of the game.
Hope you can make it to the Hector game. Would love for you to be there to watch a great game in person
I hope you don't think the winner of this game will be conference champs cause both teams still have to play Mountainburg and I promise you the Burg will have a say in who wins the conference.
Mountainburg will beat Magazine by 25+ and Hector by 14+ ....... They have way more speed overall than any 4-2A team and it ain't close..... I'll take Hector over Magazine by 13 though. Mountainburg is a quarterfinal team and possibly a semifinal team imo cause the 1 seed from the 4-2A is in a pretty good portion of the bracket and I think Mtburg snags the top spot.
Quote from: beach bum on September 24, 2018, 11:48:54 am
Mountainburg will beat Magazine by 25+ and Hector by 14+ ....... They have way more speed overall than any 4-2A team and it ain't close..... I'll take Hector over Magazine by 13 though. Mountainburg is a quarterfinal team and possibly a semifinal team imo cause the 1 seed from the 4-2A is in a pretty good portion of the bracket and I think Mtburg snags the top spot.
Idk about way more speed than Hector. We got a few that can pull away from defenders also. Plus you have to be able to get outside for that speed to work and Hector's strength is run defense. I wish that matchup wasn't Week 10 cuz I really am looking forward to that game!
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on September 24, 2018, 12:54:42 pm
Idk about way more speed than Hector. We got a few that can pull away from defenders also. Plus you have to be able to get outside for that speed to work and Hector's strength is run defense. I wish that matchup wasn't Week 10 cuz I really am looking forward to that game!
that's the best time for a matchup with the best 2 teams. win and you are the champion. Makes both teams get up every night so they can play each other for the title.
Quote from: baseball13 on September 24, 2018, 12:59:03 pm
that's the best time for a matchup with the best 2 teams. win and you are the champion. Makes both teams get up every night so they can play each other for the title.
Oh for sure! We just have to make sure we take care of business week in and week out to ensure Week 10 is for our 5th conference championship in 6 years
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on September 24, 2018, 01:07:01 pm
Oh for sure! We just have to make sure we take care of business week in and week out to ensure Week 10 is for our 5th conference championship in 6 years
How is Hector looking this year? I might make my way up that way for a game.
If Burg does not fix their defense they will have to outscore everyone they play. Which they may be able to do. i was kinda down on them after the Greenland loss but after seeing where Greenland beat Charleston and held them to 12 points the 39 burg hung on them impresses me. Burg defense had a chance to win game when they took lead 27-26 and again at 33-32. they just did not tackle when they had to. missed the greenland qb 3 or 4 times when they had him for big losses in the 4th quarter. if they fix that beach bum may be right about them. by the way where is beach bum from, he seems to have a lot of football sense so i am pretty sure he is not from a 4-2a school.
Quote from: Chief Sitting Dragon on September 24, 2018, 02:48:04 pm
If Burg does not fix their defense they will have to outscore everyone they play. Which they may be able to do. i was kinda down on them after the Greenland loss but after seeing where Greenland beat Charleston and held them to 12 points the 39 burg hung on them impresses me. Burg defense had a chance to win game when they took lead 27-26 and again at 33-32. they just did not tackle when they had to. missed the greenland qb 3 or 4 times when they had him for big losses in the 4th quarter. if they fix that beach bum may be right about them. by the way where is beach bum from, he seems to have a lot of football sense so i am pretty sure he is not from a 4-2a school.
I agree if Burg had a defense more on the level of previous years to go with the offensive speed of this season than Mountainburg could be a fringe state title contender. Along with Greenland, even Cedarville put up a ton of offense on Burg. That defense is keeping them from getting to that level though which is weird from a Mountainburg side cause usually its the defensive intensity that aids them so well.
Quote from: Hgalum50 on September 24, 2018, 02:46:00 pm
How is Hector looking this year? I might make my way up that way for a game.
Started out not so great due to missing some key players and injuries as well as adapting to a new coach and offense. We are very young his year but play great run defense and swarm to the ball. Coaches are finally opening up the playbook and offense is starting to click. If we can solidify our O Line and pass defense then we will be tough, just a work in progress!
It is just nice to see the Rattlers making some noise again, and Coach Powell having some success. He is one of the really good guys in the profession.
I love football season :):)
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on September 24, 2018, 03:22:10 pm
Started out not so great due to missing some key players and injuries as well as adapting to a new coach and offense. We are very young his year but play great run defense and swarm to the ball. Coaches are finally opening up the playbook and offense is starting to click. If we can solidify our O Line and pass defense then we will be tough, just a work in progress!
Just improve weekly and everything works out! Only thing that matters is the wins doesn't matter how ugly it is.
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on September 24, 2018, 12:54:42 pm
Idk about way more speed than Hector. We got a few that can pull away from defenders also. Plus you have to be able to get outside for that speed to work and Hector's strength is run defense. I wish that matchup wasn't Week 10 cuz I really am looking forward to that game!
I'm sorry but I really don't think Hector has anyone that can catch #5 or #14 if they turn the corner. No one could catch them last year and don't see it happening this year. There are guys on this thread that have seen them 2 run and will agree. With that said it really doesn't matter cause Burg not worried about Hector right now just trying to get ready for Lavaca.
I agree Mtburg needs to improve the defense. I will say this though they are only playing 1 guy both ways. Coach has done this before with the first couple of games because of the heat. Now that it's cooler I think you will see other guys seeing time on both sides of the ball. Last year when conference started up Burg started playing several both ways so wouldn't be surprise to see it this Friday against Lavaca.
Quote from: Prouddragondad on September 24, 2018, 06:36:03 pm
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on September 24, 2018, 12:54:42 pm
Idk about way more speed than Hector. We got a few that can pull away from defenders also. Plus you have to be able to get outside for that speed to work and Hector's strength is run defense. I wish that matchup wasn't Week 10 cuz I really am looking forward to that game!
I'm sorry but I really don't think Hector has anyone that can catch #5 or #14 if they turn the corner. No one could catch them last year and don't see it happening this year. There are guys on this thread that have seen them 2 run and will agree. With that said it really doesn't matter cause Burg not worried about Hector right now just trying to get ready for Lavaca.
Quote from: Prouddragondad on September 24, 2018, 06:36:03 pm
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on September 24, 2018, 12:54:42 pm
I'm sorry but I really don't think Hector has anyone that can catch #5 or #14 if they turn the corner. No one could catch them last year and don't see it happening this year. There are guys on this thread that have seen them 2 run and will agree. With that said it really doesn't matter cause Burg not worried about Hector right now just trying to get ready for Lavaca.
I'm not a betting man but I believe #10 for us is the same way. I'll save all that talking for when that game comes though lol
I have seen Mtburg in a couple films, and they are a really good 2A team. Should be the favorite in the conference. Also had Hector in a team camp. They had size and speed. Should come down to the wire.
Quote from: Prouddragondad on September 24, 2018, 11:28:03 am
I hope you don't think the winner of this game will be conference champs cause both teams still have to play Mountainburg and I promise you the Burg will have a say in who wins the conference.
I thought the title of the thread was pretty self explanatory. Let's be real the only two teams in this conference with a history of making deep playoff runs is hector and the 'zine. The rattlers are primed to retake their spot in the pecking order. I would be surprised if mt burg didn't have at least 2 loses going in to week 10. I'm just upset I had to take the time to explain it before today's inspirational Long Yang flashback.
Quote from: Coach Jones on September 24, 2018, 07:32:17 pm
I have seen Mtburg in a couple films, and they are a really good 2A team. Should be the favorite in the conference. Also had Hector in a team camp. They had size and speed. Should come down to the wire.
There you go running down the rattlers, that didn't take much time.
10-28-2011 the rattlers invaded the 'burg. The rattlers first possession seemed to be stalling do to an offensive penalty making in 4th and goal from the 17. Thats when Long Yang caught a slant and before getting drilled by the linebacker did a reverse spin, then lowered his shoulder planting the free safety on his backside and scampered in for the touchdown. Then as the 'burgs possession stalled at their own 48, Big S M blocked the punt which Magazine's Long Yang scooped up and returned 37 yards for the TD. AND the drumming was on rattler 35 burg 7
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 24, 2018, 07:35:46 pm
I thought the title of the thread was pretty self explanatory. Let's be real the only two teams in this conference with a history of making deep playoff runs is hector and the 'zine. The rattlers are primed to retake the spot in the pecking order. I would be surprised if mt burg didn't have at least 2 loses going in to week 10. I'm just upset I had to take the time to explain it before today's inspirational Long Yang flashback.
You have made me laugh at your ridiculous post today but we will have our chance to go back and forth later this season. I hate to tell you this but I believe your so called title run will come to a end next Friday.
Quote from: Chief Sitting Dragon on September 24, 2018, 02:48:04 pm
If Burg does not fix their defense they will have to outscore everyone they play. Which they may be able to do. i was kinda down on them after the Greenland loss but after seeing where Greenland beat Charleston and held them to 12 points the 39 burg hung on them impresses me. Burg defense had a chance to win game when they took lead 27-26 and again at 33-32. they just did not tackle when they had to. missed the greenland qb 3 or 4 times when they had him for big losses in the 4th quarter. if they fix that beach bum may be right about them. by the way where is beach bum from, he seems to have a lot of football sense so i am pretty sure he is not from a 4-2a school.
I agree with you but if you noticed one problem Burg has is the offense scores very quickly. Most of our TD's are on 1 or 2 plays so the defense never gets to rest much. The defense is almost playing the whole game. It's a good problem to have with a quick scoring offense but when the defense is considered the weak spot you don't want them on the field that much. I really think you will see a better defense going forward.
The 'storm returns with a vengeance.... I saw Long Friday night. I will have to tell him to get on here to read this stuff!
Quote from: Prouddragondad on September 24, 2018, 08:11:40 pm
You have made me laugh at your ridiculous post today but we will have our chance to go back and forth later this season. I hate to tell you this but I believe your so called title run will come to a end next Friday.
I don't know what you find ridiculous. Da burg's ceiling is win a game in the playoff and then get sent home. The only programs in the conference that can even claiming deep playoff runs is the magazine and hector. Your post make me feel even better about da burg losing a couple, mediocre to good defenses will always eventually shut down a good o and that is what the rattlers are emphasizing good old fashioned Ray Lewis Baltimore Raven defense. So go ahead and keep talking up your offense, I beat schlinker is figuring out what 'burg defensive lineman he can continually run over to pull the upset this Friday night. All this talk about defense reminds me of another Long Yang motivational story, i'll Share in a little bit.
It was 2009 when we first got a glimpse of Long Yang's tenacity. Firist was in mop up time of the rattlers 35-0 win over the hornets, when on hacket's final possession facing 4 and 8 Long Yang hit the receiver in his shins, as he was going up for the catch, causing the receiver to drop the ball as he landed on his head. Turn over on down and the victory formation ensued. But the real eye opener was against union Christian for the conference title. Union scored on their first possession and the rattlers o sputtered on their first drive. Union was driving again to the rattler 45 when a starting DB got hurt and Long Yang was called in action. On the next play Chambers intercepts the pass and goes flying down the sideline. 24 for union had the angle though and was reaching out to make the tackle when BAM out of nowhere Long Yang had sprinted 65 yards and ear holed that sucker, TD rattlers and they didn't look back 34-6. 24 was knocked unconscious and had to leave the game. Magazines Head Hunting Long Yang.
Keep em coming... I never get tired of The Tales of Long Yang!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 25, 2018, 07:24:43 pm
It was 2009 when we first got a glimpse of Long Yang's tenacity. Firist was in mop up time of the rattlers 35-0 win over the hornets, when on hacket's final possession facing 4 and 8 Long Yang hit the receiver in his shins, as he was going up for the catch, causing the receiver to drop the ball as he landed on his head. Turn over on down and the victory formation ensued. But the real eye opener was against union Christian for the conference title. Union scored on their first possession and the rattlers o sputtered on their first drive. Union was driving again to the rattler 45 when a starting DB got hurt and Long Yang was called in action. On the next play Chambers intercepts the pass and goes flying down the sideline. 24 for union had the angle though and was reaching out to make the tackle when BAM out of nowhere Long Yang had sprinted 65 yards and ear holed that sucker, TD rattlers and they didn't look back 34-6. 24 was knocked unconscious and had to leave the game. Magazines Head Hunting Long Yang.
I Always wondered where you were from lol but I didn't realize yang and chamber twins were back or their kids lol
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on September 25, 2018, 08:21:40 pm
I Always wondered where you were from lol but I didn't realize yang and chamber twins were back or their kids lol
Oh no it is worse than that. We have ourselves a 'storm backed rattler football team. Something that hasn't fully happened since 2013. Can some one remind me who the rattlers beat that year, my mind is a little hazy with the Long Yang facts.
During Long Yang's career in senior high football, he only lost to Murfreesboro and to Junction City twice. There may be one or two more, but those are the only ones I remember. It is sooooo much easier to recount the few losses than all of those wins led by the Amazing Long Yang. 2013 was led by Long's cousin Charly Moua. We were conference runner-up. The comeback win at Mountainburg was incredible. Could not have occurred if Long Yang had not showed up toward the end of the 2nd quarter with 'burg up by three TDs, went in and gave a rousing Lombardi type halftime speech to rally the troops. Having played a great second half, the boys were still down by 5 with 45 seconds to go and 'burg with 1st and 10 and the Rattlers out of timeouts, Long Yang yells from the stands at the top of his voice somehow transforming Charly Moua who hit that 248 pound QB that 'burg had forcing the ball to pop up in the air. Somehow Moua comes up with the recovery as well. On 3rd and 14 with 7 seconds to go, Moua breaks off a 78 yard TD scamper pointing at Long Yang as he races by and wins the game. Even after graduation, Long Yang continued to affect the outcome of games....
Quote from: RATTLER43 on September 26, 2018, 07:24:35 am
During Long Yang's career in senior high football, he only lost to Murfreesboro and to Junction City twice. There may be one or two more, but those are the only ones I remember. It is sooooo much easier to recount the few losses than all of those wins led by the Amazing Long Yang. 2013 was led by Long's cousin Charly Moua. We were conference runner-up. The comeback win at Mountainburg was incredible. Could not have occurred if Long Yang had not showed up toward the end of the 2nd quarter with 'burg up by three TDs, went in and gave a rousing Lombardi type halftime speech to rally the troops. Having played a great second half, the boys were still down by 5 with 45 seconds to go and 'burg with 1st and 10 and the Rattlers out of timeouts, Long Yang yells from the stands at the top of his voice somehow transforming Charly Moua who hit that 248 pound QB that 'burg had forcing the ball to pop up in the air. Somehow Moua comes up with the recovery as well. On 3rd and 14 with 7 seconds to go, Moua breaks off a 78 yard TD scamper pointing at Long Yang as he races by and wins the game. Even after graduation, Long Yang continued to affect the outcome of games....
thanks for filling us in on that interesting piece of trivia. It made me remember another piece of Long Yang brilliance.
11-26-2010 and one of those scary teams which causes semi average teams, like da ' burg, knees to buckle and get sent home in the second round, made their way to the pit, the Carlisle Bison. The next series of event has lead to Chamber's and the Doc's names being household throughout the state. Late in the second quarter the rattler were clinging to a 16-13 lead when their drive appeared to have stalled at the rattler 42 yard line. The Doc called max protect punt formation. Chambers relaid the call in the huddle when Long Yang took control. He said "to heck with the Doc, Chambers we have to score right now and put these boys away." At which point Chambers said "okay this ones on you Yang." At which point the rattlers ran a reverse pass out of their punt formation and Long Yang like a rocket race 58 yards untouched for the TD. Magazine's Long Yang
'ziners 41 bison 20
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on September 25, 2018, 08:21:40 pm
I Always wondered where you were from lol but I didn't realize yang and chamber twins were back or their kids lol
Oh you are mistaken, the Yang Clan is well represented on this years team. The Yang Clan is mean, the Yang Clan will step on your hand after they knock you down, just to amuse themselves.
I am a firm believer that you have a better chance of making it through the woods if you don't go around poking bears......
I'm sure Hector and Burg will not be surprised by Magazine, and there is probably a little more fuel added to the fire to win now. Chambers twins and that bunch were special. They were very gifted athletes and they earned it. This is not the same caliber team as that one was.
Quote from: DnA Prostaff on September 26, 2018, 02:10:28 pm
I am a firm believer that you have a better chance of making it through the woods if you don't go around poking bears......
I'm sure Hector and Burg will not be surprised by Magazine, and there is probably a little more fuel added to the fire to win now. Chambers twins and that bunch were special. They were very gifted athletes and they earned it. This is not the same caliber team as that one was.
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Totally agree!
I agree too when the Chamber twins were playing we knew our odds very slim even when the one got hurt we thought we might have a chance but still we lost. special players and teams only come around so often in our neck of the woods being the 4-2A. So like I am this try to relish the short time of the season, and hoping for the best! Cause every year you will never know what you have.
Quote from: DnA Prostaff on September 26, 2018, 02:10:28 pm
I am a firm believer that you have a better chance of making it through the woods if you don't go around poking bears......
Poking the bear funny. I have given nothing but props to hector up to this point. As i've Stated da cats and da rattlers are the two big dogs on the porch and the all seeing eye above the pit has been focused to the north east since Saturday. So I guess I'm confused, is hector Supposed to be insulted by this and they are going to defend da burgs honor, like knights in shining armor?
Secondly pdd and dv this is a thread to help prepare the rattlers for next weeks champioship game against the cats by remembering the feats of unsung hero's like Long Yang. Which reminds me of the 2011 Salem game. The hounds ran a quick pitch left, unfortunately for their running back, Long Yang was jumping the snap on a blitz and met that jabroni head on with an ear defending CRACK Long Yang had caved that poor RB face mask in so bad it was molded to his face. They had to get the screwdrivers out to be able to take off his helmet. Ziners 34 Salem 2. Magazines House of Pain Long Yang
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 26, 2018, 09:21:07 pm
Poking the bear funny. I have given nothing but props to hector up to this point. As i've Stated da cats and da rattlers are the two big dogs on the porch and the all seeing eye above the pit has been focused to the north east since Saturday. So I guess I'm confused, is hector Supposed to be insulted by this and they are going to defend da burgs honor, like knights in shining armor?
Secondly pdd and dv this is a thread to help prepare the rattlers for next weeks champioship game against the cats by remembering the feats of unsung hero's like Long Yang. Which reminds me of the 2011 Salem game. The hounds ran a quick pitch left, unfortunately for their running back, Long Yang was jumping the snap on a blitz and met that jabroni head on with an ear defending CRACK Long Yang had caved that poor RB face mask in so bad it was molded to his face. They had to get the screwdrivers out to be able to take off his helmet. Ziners 34 Salem 2. Magazines House of Pain Long Yang
Nobody from Hector has said a word. We are focused on HC this week
At this point do the Rattlers have a commemorative trophy for Long Yang? I mean he was better than Joe Heisman!
He was Heisman and Warren Sapp rolled into one!
Where did he play college ball?
Every since the colleges went to these silly measurement, rather than accomplishments and heart, the fact he stood at 4 foot 7 held him back. Which brings his accomplishments into perspective for those of you who never got to witness his greatness.
well, I never believed in those super human x-men mutations you hear about, until the arrival of Long Yang. When he put on those shoulder pads it was like he literally doubled in size and became a mini-hulk. which brings me to the 2010-2011 conference championship games.
Going into 2010 the rattlers were the clear favorite, with Donnie Jack's squad a distant second all they needed was a functional QB. As fortune would smile on him Danvilles new stat of the art medical facility provided and the rest is the stuff of legends.
In 2010 the rattlers were down to the small johns 24-21 with the small johns driving to put away the game and that is when it happened. Long yang flashes in front of the receiver at the intercepts the pass at the rattler 17. He then proceeds to do a Felix Jones juke which causes the small johns o-linmand 63 to do a face plant, before race 78 yards where Long yang has to lateral it chambers who carries it in for the final score 28-24 and 83 yard TD rattlers!!!!
then in 2011 after chambers was taken out by a late hit in the third, the rattlers needed to hold serve and score twice to secure the victory. The rattlers forced a small john punt early in the fourth which was returned by Long Yang 64 yards for a rattler TD after Long Yang stiff arms literally planting two small john defenders in the dirt. On the rattlers next defensive possession on 3rd n 2 BIG SM had wrapped up the small john QB by the ankle when in came Long Yang to finish him off with a blistering Head Shot. The rattlers had to fair catch the punt and on the next possession that when it happened. The rattler were at the small john 48 and ran sweep right. NOOOO it is a slot reverse to Long Yang, who breaks a tackle and then throws a 48 yard DART to chambers 2.0 on a post flag route TD rattlers and the confernce championship secured. Magazines Long Yang
'ziners 35 small johns 28
Tomorrow we will recount the second 2010 small john confrontation but 43 might need to recount that one, as I had already polished of two champagne bottles of Cristal so my memory might be a little foggy.
Some awesome stories. Go Rattlers!
I remember it well but think I would really enjoy reading your version!!!
I'll do my best 43 I remember vividly how the game started but you will probably want to take it were i leave off tomorrow to do some name dropping. I'll go ahead and explain why my head is foggy on some the the detail. First let me say the storm is far from perfect and the story i'm about to tale should be taken as an example of how not to behave kids.
So the night before the state championship game me and my buddy, who i'll from here on will refer to as the Italian, were going to met up in little rock and throw down some spirits. Well as I'm getting ready to go, the Italian calls me and say "hey theres this new guy from my work that has kinda invited himself along, he is kinda funny though, likes to talk trash, he is a cajun." So i said "what the heck bring him along." It didn't take me long after meeting this cajun that i realized he indeed liked to talk trash. He was going off about "how his high school team was great and Arkansas football as whole high school and college stunk and how he could drink me and the Italian under the table." So the challenge was thrown down and accepted. Well needless to say this joker passed flat out by 2100. The Italian looks at me and i already new what he was thinking and to this day there is a 6'4 257 lb Cajun down in Louisiana with a Tramp Stamp that says:
I Luv
Mi
Sma Jonn
So bright and early the next morning I met the Italian down in the lobby for breakfast before we head out. After we've finished the Cajun still hasn't showed up, so we go to check on him and he is still out cold. Well as any from Arkansas can attest to you cannot miss the pregame festivities at a war memorial stadium game with out tail gating at the 18th green. Therefore, we did the only logical thing, we left him there. I was getting tired of this LSU fan Cajun anyway all he did was talk LSU speed this and LSU speed that, blah and plus he reeked of corndogs, actually reminds me of PDD now that i think of it. anyway back to the story.
So me and the Italian set up shop on the 18th green and are cooking are barbecue when out of nowhere these two guys from the west side of the river in their small john green had launched a couple miniature white baseballs at use and then started approaching us waving these flimsy metal sticks. They told the Italian he was going to get a taste of what the small johns were going to dish out if we didn't get out of the way. I laughed because well that was just funny. I polity informed this fellow, like I did all the small john posters that week, it wasn't even going to be a game, because DP is a defensive genius and they should of beat the rattlers the first time because today the small john are going to get completely shutdown. Well by the time I had finished the Italina had reached down and swiped up both their little white balls and tossed one into the creek. By this time there was a crowd forming around the green watching in amazement at the audacity of these two fellows who started throwing out expletive this, expletive that and we're a going to kick your expletive, expletive, expletive, expletive (kinda like BF); Well the next thing I now the Italian bit the other white ball in half, reached out grabbed that guys little metal stick and proceed to use it to tie a bow tie around that small Johns skinny little neck, at which point they both tucked tail and ran. The crowed still watching in awe at what just happened dispersed and we didn't have any trouble the rest of the day as the Cristal bang to flow.
Which brings use to the second 2010 encounter with Donnie Jack's goon squad. Well as everyone knows and I hate there is really no in the balance drama that played out in this game because the 'storm was right it was an old time beat down you only witness every so often in your life. However, that didn't prevent Long Yang from setting the tone for the game. After the rattlers won the toss and elected to kick, the small Johns were putting together an impressive first drive. The small Johns had just breached the fifty yard line when it happened. On the next play Long Yang blitzed from the blindside, hurdled the small Johns 5'12 rb trying to chop block him, let out an earpiercing "Banzai" yell, before planting his facemask dead center of the small john QB shoulder blades, bending him into the shape of a C and the ball was on the ground; Which, the rattlers linebacker picked up and raced 56 yards for the initial TD of the game and the rout was on, in what seemed like the fasted 48 minutes of football i have ever watched.
'ziners 48 sma jonn's 20
And that ladies and gentleman is where the legend of Magazine's Long Yang must end for now.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 28, 2018, 07:23:09 am
And that ladies and gentleman is where the legend of Magazine's Long Yang must end for now.
Unless I am mistaken, the first fumble return (of several, unfortunately) was on a backwards pass that the Danville receiver didn't realize was a live ball and didn't pick up. Not quite how you make it sound. But I am enjoying your stories.
Quote from: Danvillegrad77 on September 28, 2018, 12:32:07 pm
Unless I am mistaken, the first fumble return (of several, unfortunately) was on a backwards pass that the Danville receiver didn't realize was a live ball and didn't pick up. Not quite how you make it sound. But I am enjoying your stories.
No, no D77 i remember the following series of events vividly: the coin flip, the rattler kick off, a blood curdling BANZAI, followed by a KA BAM, fumble recovery for TD rattlers and then before you knew it was 48-20 rattlers over small johns, all she wrote.
I, too, am enjoying these stories. Hopefully, the tales resume next week and leading up to Mtburg game.
Well good luck tonight with the Open Championship, and may the influence of Long Yang be with you next Friday!
Here! Here!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 28, 2018, 07:23:09 am
And that ladies and gentleman is where the legend of Magazine's Long Yang must end for now.
I just happened upon this little thread, and I must say I have enjoyed it immensely! Alaskan storm, you are the best ! This is the kind of stuff surrounding smalltown football that makes it so enjoyable. I have become a Long Yang fan already! Reminds me of some of the real life heroes where I come from. Alas, every fantasy from time to time should touch base, even briefly, with reality. I will be revisiting this thread to continue being regaled by the legendary exploits of Long Yang and cohorts. In the meantime, the Mount Ida Lions say hello.
Ah nonbelievers, I get it Long Yang's artistry is hard to grasp but ask any rattler fan and they will tell you the following. In 2010 when strong and Kenneth Dixon came to town, Long Yang caught a 50+ yard bomb that bounced off the intended receivers helmet and raced in for he touched to open the flood gates. Long Yang
Good stories are easy to tell when all you have to do is recount the subject matter.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 29, 2018, 12:05:52 pm
Ah nonbelievers, I get it Long Yang's artistry is hard to grasp but ask any rattler fan and they will tell you the following. In 2010 when strong and Kenneth Dixon came to town, Long Yang caught a 50+ yard bomb that bounced off the intended receivers helmet and raced in for he touched to open the flood gates. Long Yang
Good stories are easy to tell when all you have to do is recount the subject matter.
Keep on truckin!
Well Hector took care of business last week, so the 4 2AA conference championship week is upon us. I'm not going to get anyone to riled up this early in the week but I imagine the emotions will be boiling over by weeks end. I'll say this game is going to be an old fashioned border war cage match. It is going to get bloody. I expect the rattlers defense to continue to improve and the wildcats to focus heavily on stopping our big boy 28. It won't matter he's gonna get his. It is also going to allow the Yang, the Vang and the Tatum Scott to have break out games. Tatum Scott is that a double last name combo? If so, it is good enough for me To predict the rattlers win!!! 'Ziners 18 Hector 16
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 29, 2018, 04:46:02 pm
Well Hector took care of business last week, so the 4 2AA conference championship week is upon us. I'm not going to get anyone to riled up this early in the week but I imagine the emotions will be boiling over by weeks end. I'll say this game is going to be an old fashioned border war cage match. It isn't going to get bloody. I expect the rattlers defense to continue to improve and the wildcats to focus heavily on stopping our big boy 28. It won't matter he's gonna get his. It is also going to allow the Yang, the Vang and the Tatum Scott to have break out games. Tatum Scott is that a double last name combo? If so, it is good enough for me To predict the rattlers win!!! 'Ziners 18 Hector 16
No way Magazine hold Hector to 16 points
4 scoring possessions was pretty generous I thought on for TD and then three field goals.
I remember the play where Yang caught the pass odd the other guys helmets....also remember some folks from strong joking around about how small he was, and he took a heckuva hit where he got bent over backwards, and they stopped talking smack when he popped up and ran back to the huddle lol...
Quote from: HorseFeathers on September 29, 2018, 07:45:04 pm
I remember the play where Yang caught the pass odd the other guys helmets....also remember some folks from strong joking around about how small he was, and he took a heckuva hit where he got bent over backwards, and they stopped talking smack when he popped up and ran back to the huddle lol...
Magazine's Long Yang
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 29, 2018, 08:29:51 pm
Magazine's Long Yang
My naughty aunt Bessie declares there never has been a Long Yang in Magazine. Says she used to visit there and has her doubts. I told her to just shut up, you have a story to tell.
Quote from: Legacy Lion on September 29, 2018, 09:17:22 pm
My naughty aunt Bessie declares there never has been a Long Yang in Magazine. Says she used to visit there and has her doubts. I told her to just shut up, you have a story to tell.
Sounds like your naughty aunt Bessie got around and is confusing Hector with Magazine. She also sounds to be suffering dementia as a result of her conquests.
😂😂
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 30, 2018, 05:02:31 am
Sounds like your naughty aunt Bessie got around and is confusing Hector with Magazine. She also sounds to be suffering dementia as a result of her conquests.
Hehheh....could be. She is quite the creature, married into the family and I will never forgive her for uncle Irv's early demise. Coroner said he passed as a result of heat stroke and over exertion .....indoors.....in the AC! And she the only witness! Sounded fishy to me. But enough about her! I look forward to hearing about real heroes from gifted narrators like yourself! Carry-on!
It is game week LL no more stories, now it is time for this weeks prognostications to begin. The rattlers o-line rises to the occasion this week, despite their size disadvantage, and Big H 28 rumbles for a buck thirty six and 2 TDs. Wildcat seems to think because their offense ran up and down the field on wyc they are unstoppable, laugh ha ha. On reassessment 'zinners 24 Hector 16
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 30, 2018, 06:48:47 pm
It is game week LL no more stories, now it is time for this weeks prognostications to begin. The rattlers o-line rises to the occasion this week, despite their size disadvantage, and Big H 28 rumbles for a buck thirty six and 2 TDs. Wildcat seems to think because their offense ran up and down the field on wyc they are unstoppable, laugh ha ha. On reassessment 'zinners 24 Hector 16
Thanks for letting me play along. It's been fun. Good luck Friday.
I will say good luck to both teams, but going with the Cats 34 to 21. if the Ziners do pull it off weeks 9,10, and 11 will be interesting. Maybe the AAA heard us in saying leave the strongest in conference play at the end of the year?
So I spend a whole week invoking the spirt of Long Yang and leave it to r24 along with the rest of the 'zine faithful to keep this board in line and I comeback to find this. Another thread started by WCA in which him, R24 and H4E are talking about who is going to win by ferocious arm tackling, amazing thumb wrestling, and tidily winks. I expect as much from WCA, after all his town is named after the famous Mexican arm and thumb wrestling champion Hector Lopez but I expected better from r24 major disappointment. Makes me nauseated and there is only one cure for that.
The date 12-3-2010, in a game that went back and forth early on the rattlers had climbed in front early in the second 24-21 thanks to a Long Yang 68 yard TD reception. The 'Cove was looking to stay in the game, when it happened. MC had move the ball out to their 38 yard line when on second and 3, when the rattler LB Dority came on the blitz. The MC QB reading the ver pulled the ball and headed to the left. Long Yang quickly converged and was about to get blind sided by da 'cove's pulling guard #68, when Yang at the last second noticed out of his periphery and lowered his shoulder CRACK; #68's knees buckled as he fell to the ground and Long Yang dashed in between the QB and HB intercepted the pitch and scampered 29 yards for the TD and the rest is history. Magazine's Long Yang
'zinners 54 cove 30
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 02, 2018, 05:59:20 pm
I will say good luck to both teams, but going with the Cats 34 to 21. if the Ziners do pull it off weeks 9,10, and 11 will be interesting. Maybe the AAA heard us in saying leave the strongest in conference play at the end of the year?
You need to be pulling for the rattlers DV and a three way tie for first. Because no matter the score in week nine, your boys will have lost. Your schedule did you no favors, in week nine da 'burg is going to go through a meat grinder and will not be able to perform the next week against Hector. As i have stated this weeks rattler and wildcat game determines who is in the drivers seat.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 03, 2018, 07:46:57 am
So I spend a whole week invoking the spirt of Long Yang and leave it to r24 along with the rest of the 'zine faithful to keep this board in line and I comeback to find this. Another thread started by WCA in which him, R24 and H4E are talking about who is going to win by ferocious arm tackling, amazing thumb wrestling, and tidily winks. I expect as much from WCA, after all his town is named after the famous Mexican arm and thumb wrestling champion Hector Lopez but I expected better from r24 major disappointment. Makes me nauseated and there is only one cure for that.
The date 12-3-2010, in a game that went back and forth early on the rattlers had climbed in front early in the second 24-21 thanks to a Long Yang 68 yard TD reception. The 'Cove was looking to stay in the game, when it happened. MC had move the ball out to their 38 yard line when on second and 3, when the rattler LB Dority came on the blitz. The MC QB reading the ver pulled the ball and headed to the left. Long Yang quickly converged and was about to get blind sided by da 'cove's pulling guard #68, when Yang at the last second noticed out of his periphery and lowered his shoulder CRACK; #68's knees buckled as he fell to the ground and Long Yang dashed in between the QB and HB intercepted the pitch and scampered 29 yards for the TD and the rest is history. Magazine's Long Yang
'zinners 54 cove 30
How is it that I am still surprised by your writings from time to time! Lol.
The Magnet Cove game was a great game. Thanks for refreshing, restoring, replacing my memories of that game...
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 03, 2018, 07:52:02 am
As i have stated this weeks rattler and wildcat game determines who is in the drivers seat.
I like your optimism. Hope the team brings something to back it up. We'll see. Nice to have something to be optimistic about again in Rattlerville.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 03, 2018, 07:46:57 am
So I spend a whole week invoking the spirt of Long Yang and leave it to r24 along with the rest of the 'zine faithful to keep this board in line and I comeback to find this. Another thread started by WCA in which him, R24 and H4E are talking about who is going to win by ferocious arm tackling, amazing thumb wrestling, and tidily winks. I expect as much from WCA, after all his town is named after the famous Mexican arm and thumb wrestling champion Hector Lopez but I expected better from r24 major disappointment. Makes me nauseated and there is only one cure for that.
The date 12-3-2010, in a game that went back and forth early on the rattlers had climbed in front early in the second 24-21 thanks to a Long Yang 68 yard TD reception. The 'Cove was looking to stay in the game, when it happened. MC had move the ball out to their 38 yard line when on second and 3, when the rattler LB Dority came on the blitz. The MC QB reading the ver pulled the ball and headed to the left. Long Yang quickly converged and was about to get blind sided by da 'cove's pulling guard #68, when Yang at the last second noticed out of his periphery and lowered his shoulder CRACK; #68's knees buckled as he fell to the ground and Long Yang dashed in between the QB and HB intercepted the pitch and scampered 29 yards for the TD and the rest is history. Magazine's Long Yang
'zinners 54 cove 30
Cuz this thread has nothing to do with the actual game. It's just you jerking on a Long Yang and reliving his glory days I guess.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 03, 2018, 07:52:02 am
You need to be pulling for the rattlers DV and a three way tie for first. Because no matter the score in week nine, your boys will have lost. Your schedule did you no favors, in week nine da 'burg is going to go through a meat grinder and will not be able to perform the next week against Hector. As i have stated this weeks rattler and wildcat game determines who is in the drivers seat.
Please keep underestimating the Dragons and keep making your ridiculous statements. Just adding fuel to the fire come week 9. Lets be real here if the Hackett game was played in better conditions Hackett wins by 2 tds. I want be surprise to see Hector win by 3 scores.
Quote from: Prouddragondad on October 03, 2018, 12:03:31 pm
Please keep underestimating the Dragons and keep making your ridiculous statements. Just adding fuel to the fire come week 9. Lets be real here if the Hackett game was played in better conditions Hackett wins by 2 tds. I want be surprise to see Hector win by 3 scores.
completely disagree
In fact, this team beat Hackett in Hackett 28-6 last time they played.....in perfect weather conditions.
Preposterous statement PDD the rattlers offensive and defensive lines started transitioning into an impenatrable force in week 3 and they are going to continue that transition this week as well. By the time week nine rolls around they are going to be one big red mangling machine. which is why the rattlers pull it off this week, their lines finally were down the cats and take control in the 4th qt.
Hootens has Hector by 13.
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on October 03, 2018, 02:59:31 pm
Hootens has Hector by 13.
Please tell me you have learned by now not to put to much faith into what the hooten's say, especially when a Sicilian is involved.
Ohhhh ASTM your play by play of the past is really good you may have missed your calling being a sports writer or play by play commentator. But reliving the past doesn't predict the future seven and eight years ago Mag was the real deal, but I will need the evidence from this Friday to change my mind and hopefully Mag does pull the upset, then week nine then the Burg can put this discussion to bed. Good luck to the Rat's this Friday but The Cat's have your # you probably done poked the bears in the forest.
Or in your case you've poked the Big CATS in the woods!
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 03, 2018, 05:40:55 pm
Ohhhh ASTM your play by play of the past is really good you may have missed your calling being a sports writer or play by play commentator. But reliving the past doesn't predict the future seven and eight years ago Mag was the real deal, but I will need the evidence from this Friday to change my mind and hopefully Mag does pull the upset Week nine then the Burg can put this discussion to bed. Good luck to the Rat's this Friday but The Cat's have your # you probably done poked the bears in the forest.
Couldn't agree more glad you finally came around DV and again I haven't poked the bear only given the other big dogs on the porch mad props.
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 03, 2018, 05:40:55 pm
Ohhhh ASTM your play by play of the past is really good you may have missed your calling being a sports writer or play by play commentator. But reliving the past doesn't predict the future seven and eight years ago Mag was the real deal, but I will need the evidence from this Friday to change my mind and hopefully Mag does pull the upset, then week nine then the Burg can put this discussion to bed. Good luck to the Rat's this Friday but The Cat's have your # you probably done poked the bears in the forest.
Sorry had to correct my wording don't give me mad props yet lol!
DV that is what you call a subconscious moment of clarity. Don't be afraid to switch sides to the good guys, just change your name to Snakebite LOL
Alaskanstorm I really do appreciate your optimism but if you wanna get down to facts and reality we can. Hector owned this conference for 4 years, left for 2 and won another conference title and was the 2 seed the other year before coming back to the 4-2A. The conference championship runns through the Cats and it sits proudly at the base of the mountain where it belongs! Not knocking Burg, Hackett, Magazine or any other team in this conference because all have improved and we love how competitive this conference has become, but reality is you won't wear down our lines because our boys stay focused, motivated, and know what it takes to be on top year in and year out! Oh and actually Hector is named after President Rutherford Hayes german shepherd
Actually, you owned it three years before moving out. 5-3 in 2012 even losing to Magazine 16-13 I think. Hackett won it that season after us owning the conference for a few years. After a dog? And here I was thinking it was after Homer's epic hero all these years. Safe travels Friday.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 03, 2018, 09:10:42 pm
Actually, you owned it three years before moving out. 5-3 in 2012 even losing to Magazine 16-13 I think. Hackett won it that season after us owning the conference for a few years. After a dog? And here I was thinking it was after Homer's epic hero all these years. Safe travels Friday.
I've heard the Homer story as well but I was always told it was after the president's dog lol. My apologies on the years as well. And thank you, maybe we can all meetup at halftime or something
No apologies neccesary. This has all been good fun. The storm has livened things up a bit. Glad we are on the rise. Hoping for a great game. Good luck on the rest of your season no matter what happens Friday.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 03, 2018, 09:51:03 pm
No apologies neccesary. This has all been good fun. The storm has livened things up a bit. Glad we are on the rise. Hoping for a great game. Good luck on the rest of your season no matter what happens Friday.
Same to yall! Glad to see the Rattlers coming back! Have a couple good friends from there
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 03, 2018, 09:33:07 pm
I've heard the Homer story as well but I was always told it was after the president's dog lol. My apologies on the years as well. And thank you, maybe we can all meetup at halftime or something
Actually Hector was named after President Grover Cleveland's bulldog ;)
Quote from: wiseguy on October 03, 2018, 10:17:30 pm
Actually Hector was named after President Grover Cleveland's bulldog ;)
There's too many stories!!! 😂😂
Quote from: wiseguy on October 03, 2018, 10:17:30 pm
Actually Hector was named after President Grover Cleveland's bulldog ;)
Wikipedia says that that is indeed the case. "The community was named for President Grover Cleveland's dog by the President himself when postal officials grew frustrated with the residents' indecision on whether to name the community Avondale or The Plain."
Just think: except for a quirk of history, Magazine might be playing Fido HS on Friday.
I think all of y'all are wrong but WCA especially. Think about it you could of had the hector Dog's, the hector Shepherd's or the hector German's all of which are better than a wildcat; so, i double checked with my source and they reaffirmed the town of hector is named after the great Mexican arm and thumb wrestling champion Hector Lopez.
Then WCA goes on this rant about how the 4 2A has always gone through hector; which, 43 shot down with facts LL. But even if he hadn't, i did some research and was a bit disappointed, to be honest. With all these conferences championships and rich football tradition hector has obtained, their playoff history is only slightly better than da 'burgs. y'all are routinly good for a second round win 50% of the time and then that it. So i guess the only team in the conference with any history of deep playoff runs, resides at the base of the only mountain in Arkansas, which is Magazine. The rattlers plan on being in the drivers seat of the 4 2A after this Friday and bring the conference championship back to the where it belongs.
But for now i have to go to the farm my mother called, she said a wildcat has invaded the barn and she wants me take care of the problem. I'll get back on later and let you all know how it went.
'zinners 28 Hector Lopez 10
By the way, Hector was a black French poodle who belonged to the First Lady.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 04, 2018, 07:56:19 am
I think all of y'all are wrong but WCA especially. Think about it you could of had the hector Dog's, the hector Shepherd's or the hector German's all of which are better than a wildcat; so, i double checked with my source and they reaffirmed the town of hector is named after the great Mexican arm and thumb wrestling champion Hector Lopez.
Then WCA goes on this rant about how the 4 2A has always gone through hector; which, 43 shot down with facts LL. But even if he hadn't, i did some research and was a bit disappointed, to be honest. With all these conferences championships and rich football tradition hector has obtained, their playoff history is only slightly better than da 'burgs. y'all are routinly good for a second round win 50% of the time and then that it. So i guess the only team in the conference with any history of deep playoff runs, resides at the base of the only mountain in Arkansas, which is Magazine. The rattlers plan on being in the drivers seat of the 4 2A after this Friday and bring the conference championship back to the where it belongs.
But for now i have to go to the farm my mother called, she said a wildcat has invaded the barn and she wants me take care of the problem. I'll get back on later and let you all know how it went.
'zinners 28 Hector Lopez 10
So humor me.... lets compare where Magazine finished in the regular season standings over the last 10 years compared to Mountainburg and Hector, since these other two seem to be the teams your dogging. Magazine had 2 deep playoffs runs, one of which ended with the state championship. Excluding those 2 years, what else have you got?
Quote from: DnA Prostaff on October 04, 2018, 08:11:29 am
So humor me.... lets compare where Magazine finished in the regular season standings over the last 10 years compared to Mountainburg and Hector, since these other two seem to be the teams your dogging. Magazine had 2 deep playoffs runs, one of which ended with the state championship. Excluding those 2 years, what else have you got?
Yes Yes DnA lets take away all those first round and second round victories by da 'burg and Hector as well and compare histories. As 43 pointed out earlier the conference has run through magazine and hector the last decade. Hectors trying to protect their dominance and the ratters are trying to take it back. It isn't about the number of times you get into the big games, it is what you do with that opportunity when it arrives which matters.
This is a great thread! The dog stories are good, the Long Yang stories are great, and the banter is so entertaining. Wish more fans would join in. But I guess the most creative ones are already involved and writing their stories....
2009 12 wins, and semi final. Lost to the JC along with everyone else
2010 14-0 State champions
2011 12-1 Lost to JC in quarters
Better known as the "Long Yang" years lol
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 04, 2018, 09:45:08 am
2009 12 wins, and semi final. Lost to the JC along with everyone else
2010 14-0 State champions
2011 12-1 Lost to JC in quarters
Better known as the "Long Yang" years lol
Conference Runner-up in 2013 as well. Just not what we wanted following those deep run years.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 04, 2018, 09:45:08 am
2009 12 wins, and semi final. Lost to the JC along with everyone else
2010 14-0 State champions
2011 12-1 Lost to JC in quarters
Better known as the "Long Yang" years lol
I still question whether you did any coaching during that time frame Doc or was it all just Long Yang. If I had to put money on it, I would have to beat it was Magazine's one and only Long Yang.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 04, 2018, 09:45:08 am
2009 12 wins, and semi final. Lost to the JC along with everyone else
That Junction City probably would have been in the running to have won 5A that year. They were amazing. THREE D-1 signees on a 2A team? Unheard of.
Great players MAKE great coaches rarely the other way around.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 04, 2018, 10:35:49 am
Great players MAKE great coaches rarely the other way around.
True, but give yourself the credit that good coaches know how to take advantage of good players, and they make good players better. Which you did.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 04, 2018, 07:56:19 am
I think all of y'all are wrong but WCA especially. Think about it you could of had the hector Dog's, the hector Shepherd's or the hector German's all of which are better than a wildcat; so, i double checked with my source and they reaffirmed the town of hector is named after the great Mexican arm and thumb wrestling champion Hector Lopez.
Then WCA goes on this rant about how the 4 2A has always gone through hector; which, 43 shot down with facts LL. But even if he hadn't, i did some research and was a bit disappointed, to be honest. With all these conferences championships and rich football tradition hector has obtained, their playoff history is only slightly better than da 'burgs. y'all are routinly good for a second round win 50% of the time and then that it. So i guess the only team in the conference with any history of deep playoff runs, resides at the base of the only mountain in Arkansas, which is Magazine. The rattlers plan on being in the drivers seat of the 4 2A after this Friday and bring the conference championship back to the where it belongs.
But for now i have to go to the farm my mother called, she said a wildcat has invaded the barn and she wants me take care of the problem. I'll get back on later and let you all know how it went.
'zinners 28 Hector Lopez 10
Hopefully you'll be at the game tomorrow to watch in person as the Wildcats take care of business
Hector is the favorite, and should be. But it is very nice just to have the Rattlers back in the conversation at this point. Hector can't afford to snooze.
Quote from: DnA Prostaff on October 04, 2018, 08:11:29 am
So humor me.... lets compare where Magazine finished in the regular season standings over the last 10 years compared to Mountainburg and Hector, since these other two seem to be the teams your dogging. Magazine had 2 deep playoffs runs, one of which ended with the state championship. Excluding those 2 years, what else have you got?
incorrect....magazine had 3 deep runs. The state championship season was bookended with semi final losses
That's three deep runs in 20 years of football.........
Who can claim three semifinal appearances in a twenty year stretch?
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on October 04, 2018, 03:12:46 pm
That's three deep runs in 20 years of football.........
Who can claim three semifinal appearances in a twenty year stretch?
JC, BEARDEN, MT.IDA
My point..exactly..very small list...
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on October 04, 2018, 03:45:13 pm
My point..exactly..very small list...
probably can narrow it down to 10 years though.
You can narrow Magazines down to 3
Now, how many of those programs accomplished that feat in the first 20 years of their existence..
Quote from: baseball13 on October 04, 2018, 03:16:45 pm
JC, BEARDEN, MT.IDA
This is an internal family squabble B13 pertaining to the teams in the 4 2A, the rattlers will be read to take it up with those teams in late november. Now da 'burg and Hector is probably a different story.
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on October 04, 2018, 03:12:46 pm
That's three deep runs in 20 years of football.........
Who can claim three semifinal appearances in a twenty year stretch?
Hector. 6 at least quarter final appearances in the last 20 years, that includes 1 state championship and 1 other semifinal
So I just got back from taking care of my moms wildcat problem. I called the towns animal control officer who said "if it is not within the town limits just pop'em in the head." That didn't seem very sporty so I called the animal shelter who responded "We're full if they are not in the city limits just pop'em in the head." I was in a predicament because I believe every creature deserves a fighting chance. So as I was pondering how to take care of the situation I pulled into Chik Fil A and ordered me a kid meal, usually cheers me up. The storm was initially disappointed when he found a blue laser pointer. What kind of toy is that for peats sake. Well I turned onto my moms dirt road and this dump truck almost runs me off the road, after i few choice words the light bulb went off. The Barn is situated about fifteen yards from the road, it didn't take me long to spot the culprit. I proceeded to lure the wildcat out to the bushes by the road, using the laser pointer now in my possession. I heard the diesel engine rumble in the distance and saw the dust clouds getting closer. I took my spot and right before the dump trucked passed, I flashed the laser across the road. The wildcat was after it in a flash and SPLAT, no more cat problem. But then as I was walking away I heard it a meow. Needless to say by the end of the day the stats were as follows: 14 road kills, 7 detailments and 6 wildcats which ran away with severe PTSD. I actually found it kind of ironic as the Hector Wildcats will probably become Road Kill tomorrow night.
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 04, 2018, 04:34:08 pm
Hector. 6 at least quarter final appearances in the last 20 years, that includes 1 state championship and 1 other semifinal
One state Championship? I must have over looked it on the AAA's record of state champions. Or are you referring an appearance? also y'all should correct hector's playoff record on this site to include those semi and final games.
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on October 04, 2018, 04:08:30 pm
You can narrow Magazines down to 3
I have no idea, when our program started, but I know we were a POWERHOUSE in the 60's, went to back to back state title games in 75, 76, went pretty deep in 77 as well. then since 2008 have been a consistent team playing after thanksgiving.
Quote from: pick_DA_EAGLES on October 04, 2018, 05:15:18 pm
I have no idea, when our program started, but I know we were a POWERHOUSE in the 60's, went to back to back state title games in 75, 76, went pretty deep in 77 as well. then since 2008 have been a consistent team playing after thanksgiving.
I don't want to look to far ahead into the future pDE. but i'll go ahead and say it is a date, rattlers vs eagles thanksgiving week. Now we just have to wait and see who's house it will be in.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 04, 2018, 05:33:42 pm
I don't want to look to far ahead into the future pDE. but i'll go ahead and say it is a date, rattlers vs eagles thanksgiving week. Now we just have to wait and see who's house it will be in.
that would be nice. we played magazine in the 3rd round in 2009 and lost.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 04, 2018, 05:14:05 pm
One state Championship? I must have over looked it on the AAA's record of state champions. Or are you referring an appearance? also y'all should correct hector's playoff record on this site to include those semi and final games.
Yes appearances
Since we're getting all this history, is it JD leftwich or is it magazine? And who was JD Leftwich?
It is now Magazine. J. D. Leftwich was a local gentleman who gave a considerable amount of money toward the building of the current high school building, with the proviso that it bear his name for a certain number of years. However, the sign was changed a year or so ago back to Magazine HS, so I assume the time limit ran out.
Quote from: pick_DA_EAGLES on October 04, 2018, 05:34:18 pm
that would be nice. we played magazine in the 3rd round in 2009 and lost.
I remember that game well pDE. The game was in a stalmate going into the half 22-22, when Long Yang took the opening kickoff of the third qt to the house 85 yards. After chambers was put out of the game by a questionable hit, Dority, Day and the rest of rattler D, lead by Long Yang shut down da eagles O in the second half and cruised 45-22.
When was the last time Hector lost a game in 4 2a? How many in a row have they won? Just wondering? 8)
2012 Mtburg? Maybe 20 in a row.
Quote from: Big Cat Daddy on October 04, 2018, 07:58:32 pm
When was the last time Hector lost a game in 4 2a? How many in a row have they won? Just wondering? 8)
The storm only cares about when the cats are gonna lose their next one and it has been foreseen 10-5-18.
'Ziners 30 HL 10
Less than 24 hours!
Quote from: Big Cat Daddy on October 04, 2018, 07:58:32 pm
When was the last time Hector lost a game in 4 2a? How many in a row have they won? Just wondering? 8)
Hackett best Hector 27-6 (I think) back in 2012. That's the last time we beat them... I'm not sure after that. You'll have to check with the Burg posters, I know after that that Hackett lost to Hector 24-22 (once again, I think) at Hector in 2015.
Burg beat Hector in 2012
Yes Mtburg won 41-19 in 2012 and that was the last time we beat Hector.
Both programs have had success. The Wilcats success has been more recent. The Rattlers had "The Long Yang Years". Both programs have reason to be proud.
If The Wilcats slip a little the well coming committee of Hyatt and Faugh will certainly introduce themselves. This one will be phyical. Rattlers 26-Wilcats 24
Ohhh it's GAMEDAY!!! May God have his hand over every fan for safe travels and every player, coach, official, and cheerleaders for a safe, clean, and injury free game!
I know the boys from Hector are fired up and focused and cat wait to see some pad popping, wood laying, physical football! Go Cats!!!!
Well like the storm has been preaching, the two Big Dogs on the porch face off tonight and the stakes just went up in 'zinerville. Sources close to the program have confirmed that Long Yang is being helicoptered in tonight to give the pregame speech. Anyone who knows Long Yang knows he is a man of action and few words. His speech will probably go something like this, "Back in Long Yang's day we took pride and passion in our play, representing the town of magazine every Friday night. When some bozo like WCA21 would get on fearless and talk trash about Long Yang's town, Long Yang took exception. Long Yang, would deliver a back alley beating those posers would never forget. And that is what kind of play Long Yang expects tonight. Because if Long Yang see any quitting out on that field tonight, then tonight, after the game your going to have your coming to Jesus moment with Long Yang." So expect the rattlers to take control of this one early, as it gets ugly and violent in the trenches.
'ziners 33 HL 10
I am kind of sad that the Magazine-Hector week is coming to an end. I hope this continues for games the remainder of the season....
And, yes, Long Yang is a man of few words but he is like E.F. Hutton...... (Look it up if you are too young to remember.)
Lol 43 that is great and very accurate "When E.F. Hutton talks, people listen."
I figured there were a few of us old enough....
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 05, 2018, 07:55:57 am
Well like the storm has been preaching, the two Big Dogs on the porch face off tonight and the stakes just went up in 'zinerville. Sources close to the program have confirmed that Long Yang is being helicoptered in tonight to give the pregame speech. Anyone who knows Long Yang knows he is a man of action and few words. His speech will probably go something like this, "Back in Long Yang's day we took pride and passion in our play, representing the town of magazine every Friday night. When some bozo like WCA21 would get on fearless and talk trash about Long Yang's town, Long Yang took exception. Long Yang, would deliver a back alley beating those posers would never forget. And that is what kind of play Long Yang expects tonight. Because if Long Yang see any quitting out on that field tonight, then tonight, after the game your going to have your coming to Jesus moment with Long Yang." So expect the rattlers to take control of this one early, as it gets ugly and violent in the trenches.
'ziners 33 HL 10
Now I'm a bozo? That's cute. And never once did I talk trash about the town of Magazine? But it's okay, the only beating that takes place tonight will show itself when the clock it's 0:00 at the end of the 4th quarter on the scoreboard
Win or lose, how long has it been since a Magazine game has generated this much interest? It feels good.
Hoping the best for Coach Powell. He is one of the good guys in the profession.
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 05, 2018, 10:41:56 am
Now I'm a bozo? That's cute. And never once did I talk trash about the town of Magazine? But it's okay, the only beating that takes place tonight will show itself when the clock it's 0:00 at the end of the 4th quarter on the scoreboard
You just have to know Long Yang WcA21, when he gets fired up the emotions just take over.
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on October 05, 2018, 10:44:51 am
Win or lose, how long has it been since a Magazine game has generated this much interest? It feels good.
Hoping the best for Coach Powell. He is one of the good guys in the profession.
last years game with WYC. The event page drew around 500 invites. Close to 200 attendees just from the event page. Not sure total attendance but would have been two or three times that much. Was dubbed the Chambers bowl. Winner got a playoff spot and loser went home....it was awesome.
#teamryan
#teamcory
Doesn't look like I'll be able to come tonight. Having a 5 month old at home it can be tough to just leave for any game! Lol. Good luck to both teams, I'm rooting for Magazine tonight (because they beat us first).
Hopefully it's a good one.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 05, 2018, 10:48:07 am
You just have to know Long Yang WcA21, when he gets fired up the emotions just take over.
Well the siren sounds off at 7 starting the festivities, only people that was at the Hector game last week know what I'm talking about
Quote from: Hornet4ever on October 05, 2018, 11:05:53 am
Doesn't look like I'll be able to come tonight. Having a 5 month old at home it can be tough to just leave for any game! Lol. Good luck to both teams, I'm rooting for Magazine tonight (because they beat us first).
Hopefully it's a good one.
+1
Quote from: Hornet4ever on October 05, 2018, 11:05:53 am
Doesn't look like I'll be able to come tonight. Having a 5 month old at home it can be tough to just leave for any game! Lol. Good luck to both teams, I'm rooting for Magazine tonight (because they beat us first).
Hopefully it's a good one.
I'm hurt by this, I need to go to my safe zone and talk about my feelings now. Thanks alot Hornet 😞
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 05, 2018, 10:41:56 am
Now I'm a bozo? That's cute. And never once did I talk trash about the town of Magazine? But it's okay, the only beating that takes place tonight will show itself when the clock it's 0:00 at the end of the 4th quarter on the scoreboard
When dealing with the 'storm you have to batten down the hatches, man. He is a force like Chuck Norris, Thanos, and Long Yang. You must be ultimately prepared at all times!
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 05, 2018, 11:09:31 am
I'm hurt by this, I need to go to my safe zone and talk about my feelings now. Thanks alot Hornet 😞
You will probably want to stay in your "safe zone" until the game is over WcA21. Because when those sirens you referred to start going off, the rattlers O is going to start raining BOMBS on the car D.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 05, 2018, 12:15:53 pm
You will probably want to stay in your "safe zone" until the game is over WcA21. Because when those sirens you referred to start going off, the rattlers O is going to start raining BOMBS on the car D.
Or maybe you can wake up from the fantasy you've been living in and realize the Cats will be raining terror on your offense
Oh the cats will be reigning terror tonight alright and I will be at that game but it won't be those wonna be felines from Hector.
..... Don't tell me someone from Hector has a siren, like Booneville has their train horn....
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 05, 2018, 01:36:40 pm
Oh the cats will be reigning terror tonight alright and I will be at that game but it won't be those wonna be felines from Hector.
He may not get your meaning. Hope you take no prisoners vs. Pirates tonight.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 05, 2018, 01:49:25 pm
He may not get your meaning. Hope you take no prisoners vs. Pirates tonight.
I can't make this stuff up. I take my kids to the park and low and behold it must be homecoming because right across the road all the maids, princesses, queen and football players start lining up to get their picture taken in this garden. So i load the kids up and roll the window down and drive by about 5 miles an hours as my son continually yells "CAT BAIT, CAT BAIT," oh makes a father proud.
Too funny.
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 05, 2018, 11:09:31 am
I'm hurt by this, I need to go to my safe zone and talk about my feelings now. Thanks alot Hornet 😞
Go to your safe space
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 05, 2018, 01:36:40 pm
Oh the cats will be reigning terror tonight alright and I will be at that game but it won't be those wonna be felines from Hector.
Too bad you can't be at our game
Hector makes it 30 in a row tonight in the 4 2a
1hr & 15min till the open championship is decided, good luck to both teams. I am still taking the cats in this one because Cats eat Rats and they just have to much tradition Cats by 2 TD'S.
...
Alumnicat, where's the hector crowd at?
For that matter where's the Magazine crowd at?
Nice behind the back hand off right there for magazine
12-0 Rattlers.
Sorry guys been fighting my 2 year old
12-7
18-7 Rattlers
26-7
33-15
55-27 cats start of 4th I'm out
39-15
39-21
Why wait til 4th qtr to start passing?!
Hello drivers seat.
Magazine easily the more physical team, even though we were outweighed by a BUNCH.
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on October 05, 2018, 09:45:58 pm
Magazine easily the more physical team, even though we were outweighed by a BUNCH.
Hector and Mountainburg notorious for always having some big mountain men on their teams. Something in the water up there.
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on October 05, 2018, 09:45:58 pm
Magazine easily the more physical team, even though we were outweighed by a BUNCH.
That reminds me of someone I know. Have I ever told you the about Magazines one and only Long Yang 'Pappy?
I was there.
Was good to meet you Wildcatalumni21. Those little kids will be great Wildcats one day. I was blessed that both of mine were State Champions. Special stuff. Good luck the rest of the way.
Exciting game in the 4-2A tonight! If you wasn't there you missed out on the results of a pregame pep talk by Long Yang! Hector isn't a push over, they have no reason to hang their heads! RATTLER PRIDE!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 05, 2018, 10:02:44 pm
Was good to meet you Wildcatalumni21. Those little kids will be great Wildcats one day. I was blessed that both of mine were State Champions. Special stuff. Good luck the rest of the way.
was hoping to meet up with you Wildcat.....safe travels back home my friend.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 05, 2018, 10:02:44 pm
Was good to meet you Wildcatalumni21. Those little kids will be great Wildcats one day. I was blessed that both of mine were State Champions. Special stuff. Good luck the rest of the way.
You as well sir! Yes I hope they do grow up to love the game and be talented players
Well....Congrats to Magazine...obviously had a well drawn up game plan and stuck to it. Rattler defense caused 4-5 Wildcats Fumbles, including one that was turned into the backbreaker TD(fumble inside the Rattler 20 that was flipped into a TD in 5 plays).... It should be scary for the rest of the conference that you could say Magazine is a year early on being one of the front runners(with mnt burg at this point) with the youth they have(3 tds scored by sophomores)...
Thank you. Good luck to you guys the rest of the way.
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on October 05, 2018, 10:32:13 pm
was hoping to meet up with you Wildcat.....safe travels back home my friend.
Thank you and good luck to yall the rest of the season!
Well the two big dogs of the conference went at it last night in a game the rattlers dominated and now control their own destiny. Hector has to bandage up fast as they take on hacket both of which are on the outside looking in. While the rattlers have to continue to taking care of business against the arrows.
While we are waiting in anticipation of R24 announcement for the first ever Long Yang offensive and defensive players of the game. I would like to emphasize patience because of the difficult decision he must endure in selecting ONE player on each side of the ball.
That's going to be very difficult....lost of big plays by diffrent kids.....
I know R24 but we cannot get on to the upcoming weeks new business, until all the previous weeks business is finished up and please a brief discription of the plays that sealed them the honor. Soooooo PICK
Team effort Many deserving.
But to be able to hear more Long Yang stories...
Scott, Hyatt - Long Yang Offensive POTW
Hyatt - Long Yang Defensive POTW
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 06, 2018, 01:39:09 pm
Team effort Many deserving.
But to be able to hear more Long Yang stories...
Scott, Hyatt - Long Yang Offensive POTW
Hyatt - Long Yang Defensive POTW
I'll give the prize to the line! Badly outsized, but they whipped them play after play.
Interesting choices 43, I would have thought you would have went with Faughn Vang's two td's giving the rattlers an early 12-0 lead; which, included a behind the back handoff from what i'm told, a la Long Yang. Will be interesting to see what R24 has to say.
I'll be breaking down film later today with #5...
I'll get back to you...
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 06, 2018, 03:39:14 pm
Interesting choices 43, I would have thought you would have went with Faughn Vang's two td's giving the rattlers an early 12-0 lead; which, included a behind the back handoff from what i'm told, a la Long Yang. Will be interesting to see what R24 has to say.
Tsim Neej Vang's td was impressive...it was not a behind the back hand off....Kobe Faughn's td..which made the score 12-0, was #beastmodeactivated.......still....not ready to make a decision....stay tuned tomorrow.
Finalists...
Offense
1. #28 Caleb Hyatt.
Rushing 27-192 (2 tds)
Passing 1-1 40 yards
Also, he kicked a successful PAT
*3rd consecutive game over 190 yards rushing
2. #5 Tatum Scott
Rushing 10- 109 (2 tds)
Passing 1-1 12 yards
3. Magazine Offensive Line - paved the way for 391 rushing yards and 6 tds/ 1 two point conversion/ 1 point after
Defense
1. #20 Kobe Faughn 10.5 tackles (current team leader in tackles)
2. #5 Tatum Scott 2 forced fumbles/2 fumble recoveries (6 takeaways on the season now/ 2 int/ 4 FF)
As good a thread as I've seen in a while.
1A12 you really need to read the CMS Magazine and Hacket Magazines threads to really appreciate this one. I just wish 24 would finish last weeks business, so we can start talking about the arrows and correcting the dragon's fans about their claim to legitimacy.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 07, 2018, 11:18:53 am
1A12 you really need to read the CMS Magazine and Hacket Magazines threads to really appreciate this one. I just wish 24 would finish last weeks business, so we can start talking about the arrows and correcting the dragon's fans about their claim to legitimacy.
LYPOW offense Hyatt!
LYPOW defense Scott!
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on October 07, 2018, 01:25:52 am
3. Magazine Offensive Line - paved the way for 391 rushing yards and 6 tds/ 1 two point conversion/ 1 point after
(Ah, to be an offensive lineman in football is to remain nameless.)
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on October 07, 2018, 12:40:40 pm
(Ah, to be an offensive lineman in football is to remain nameless.)
I really wanted to give it to them but when I watched the film it wasn't as good as I expected...
Every Hyatt run consisted of him getting hit and breaking takles... had to give him the nod... The forced fumbles were game changers..both came during nice drives by Hector where they were gashing us for yards...so against my better judgement I went with Tatum..
Hyatt was hit in backfield on about 6 of his runs....ended up hurting the Olines chances to be recognized this week.....good news is...they will have another chance next week :)
And there you have the first ever LYPOG awards. I hate to inform the arrows the results are not goood for them however. Because Faughn Vang is now more determined than ever to get the recognition he deserves. Looks for Faughn Vang to go for a buck fifty eight and two additional tds. However it wouldn't surprise me if his work remains behind the scenes, in true Long Yang fashion.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 07, 2018, 03:12:03 pm
And there you have the first ever LYPOG awards. I hate to inform the arrows the results are not goood for them however. Because Faughn Vang is now more determined than ever to get the recognition he deserves. Looks for Faughn Vang to go for a buck fifty eight and two additional tds. However it wouldn't surprise me if his work remains behind the scenes, in true Long Yang fashion.
haha...I love it...however...I'm not familiar with faughn vang.....
He is all over the fileld, plays like two guys combined into one big wrecking crew . You won't miss him Friday.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 07, 2018, 03:39:27 pm
He is all over the fileld, plays like two guys combined into one big wrecking crew . You won't miss him Friday.
+1
A Knuckle Leftwich, or the Mag must be for real. A tip of the chapeau. Give Mountainburg heck.
Well it game week and next up on the rattler hit list, the 'vaca arrows. This is a trap game for the rattlers. the arrows are just good enough, they might make this one interesting if the rattlers come in unfocused. I don't expect that to happen. It also reminds the 'Storm of the "Great Trap Game of 2011". The rattler had just demolished Donnie Jack's goon squad, in a game which the rattlers lost their QB, due to a cheap shot. So, the following week against WYC they were in search of a replacement to lead them into late November. The rattlers where struggling early in the game up 14-7 when the DOC called upon Long Yang to take over the helm. After the kickoff was returned to the rattler 37 yard line. On the next play, Long Yang audibled at the line of scrimage and at the snap, Long Yang read the veer and blistered the earth for a 63 yd TD. From there the rattlers cruised 61-21 but that not gonna happen this week.
'ziners 40 'vaca 14
Looking back on it (and after reading your stories), it is hard to believe we actually lost three games with Long Yang on the team......
I agree with your analysis of this being a possible trap game. Must remain focused!
Just think about what stories we would be telling about Barry Sanders, if he had a complimenting supporting cast in Detroit but one man cannot do it all alone 43.
So true, so true.
today the 'storm is shifting focus to the offensive lines continued evolution into a Big Red Mangling Machine. That will be the same case this week against the arrows as the o-line gnaws up 431 ground yards headed up by Faughn Vang; while Yang finishes off the arrows. I now you all are probably going "431 what? The 'storm is crazy," but the reasoning behind the number is this fact, the rattlers defensive line is going to dominate the line of scrimmage, resulting in 4 sacks and 3 yes 3 'vaca turnovers.
'ziners 41 arrows 13
Hope this team can focus up these last 4 weeks of conference play and win out
Same; and thank you for your support.
Lavaca first. Just focus on this one game, boys.
Good luck to you guys as well.
'storm, I like your thinking. Faughn Vang just continues to improve with each week. 431 would be great.
haven't had a chance to get on here and eat crow yet so here it is. Congrats to the Rat's was truly surprised you beat the Cat's the influence of Yang is strong with you. But at the end of the year you still have to come through the Big Blue Dragons (I hope) to claim the title. We all have lots of games to play so good luck to all teams hope its the games of the decade at the end of the year!!!
Welcome back BF glad to see your coming around. I am also glad to see the money being spent on your college education has helped you evolve beyond two and three word catch phrases. I'll give you the run down of what has happened, PDD vanished off the face of the earth at the first sign of adversity, tucked tail and ran for the hills; which, is what the dragons are gonna do weeks 8 through 10. Especially in week 9. I was worried about DV but it looks like he is alive and well. BF I am going to need your help sending a message to da 'burg in week 9; which, I am unable to deliver thanks to my new found moral compass.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2018, 07:52:02 pm
Welcome back BF glad to see your coming around. I am also glad to see the money being spent on your college education has helped you evolve beyond two and three word catch phrases. I'll give you the run down of what has happened, PDD vanished off the face of the earth at the first sign of adversity, tucked tail and ran for the hills; which, is what the dragons are gonna do weeks 8 through 10. Especially in week 9. I was worried about DV but it looks like he is alive and well. BF I am going to need your help sending a message to da 'burg in week 9; which, I am unable to deliver thanks to my new found moral compass.
Seriously do you really just like running your mouth. I told you that come week 9 we will have our chance to disagree with each other. Right now I'm not worried about you or Magazine but you can just keep on taking your cheap shots at the Burg cause it just keeps adding fuel to the fire for week 9.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2018, 07:52:02 pm
Welcome back BF glad to see your coming around. I am also glad to see the money being spent on your college education has helped you evolve beyond two and three word catch phrases. I'll give you the run down of what has happened, PDD vanished off the face of the earth at the first sign of adversity, tucked tail and ran for the hills; which, is what the dragons are gonna do weeks 8 through 10. Especially in week 9. I was worried about DV but it looks like he is alive and well. BF I am going to need your help sending a message to da 'burg in week 9; which, I am unable to deliver thanks to my new found moral compass.
The Burg vs The Rats
2017 35-8
2016 49-6
2015 42-8
2014 40-6
Y'all think y'all would kinda think twice before being so cocky! But hey you can't fix stupid
I guess y'all can look at it this way, y'all have as many wins right now as y'all did all last season! That's a plus!
How many State titles have y'all won?
For that matter, how many conference titles have y'all won?
The 'storm wanted to know but can't ask with his newfound moral compass...
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 08:58:49 pm
The Burg vs The Rats
2017 35-8
2016 49-6
2015 42-8
2014 40-6
Y'all think y'all would kinda think twice before being so cocky! But hey you can't fix stupid
Not cocky. Very excited. Best group we've had since 2013. Glad we are back in the conversation.
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 09:10:32 pm
I guess y'all can look at it this way, y'all have as many wins right now as y'all did all last season! That's a plus!
Agreed....
With 3 games being the most wins in a season since 2013 I would say they're y'alls best group! It sucks y'all have to wait till week 9 to find out y'all aren't winning conference but hey I bet y'all get to find out what the first round of playoffs are like!
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 09:34:12 pm
With 3 games being the most wins in a season since 2013 I would say they're y'alls best group! It sucks y'all have to wait till week 9 to find out y'all aren't winning conference but hey I bet y'all get to find out what the first round of playoffs are like!
I've experienced first round, second, quarterfinals, semifinals, and championships. I've experienced conference titles. How many State titles or conference titles have you experienced?
I'm loving this season!
You are probably the one that played in those games! Lol you do relize the guy you keep bring up are grown men! Lol those guys from 2013 are 23 or 24 years old! I wish I could I have but I havent but what I can tell you is all three years of high school I played in a 2nd round playoff game! Heck the kids playing for y'all now haven't seen a winning season in high school football!
Thanks 43, the rattlers are dealing with a bunch thats been hanging their hat on the accomplishments of the other teams in the conference. The truth is The Conference Championship has always went through these four teams Danville, Magazine, Hector, Hacket and that is the way it is going to stay. Yes this Magazine team is different, they have something which has been missing the past few years and have that destructive confident rattler swagger back, I just can't put my finger one what it is. Secondly are you serious "know what the first rounds like," the rattlers plan on making a playoff run, not the one and done we qualified for the playoff parties da 'burg throws.
After having no more then 3 wins a season since 2013 I bet y'all will being throwing a "we finally don't suck" party! lol
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 09, 2018, 09:15:09 pm
How many State titles have y'all won?
For that matter, how many conference titles have y'all won?
The 'storm wanted to know but can't ask with his newfound moral compass...
Great questions, it is all about what you do with the oppurtunities when they are presented.
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 09:55:53 pm
After having no more then 3 wins a season since 2013 I bet y'all will being throwing a "we finally don't suck" party! lol
Are you related to Bearfan? by any chance.
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 09:50:50 pm
You are probably the one that played in those games! Lol you do relize the guy you keep bring up are grown men! Lol those guys from 2013 are 23 or 24 years old! I wish I could I have but I havent but what I can tell you is all three years of high school I played in a 2nd round playoff game! Heck the kids playing for y'all now haven't seen a winning season in high school football!
Actually, I'm just a has-been old-timer who loves the Rattlers win or lose, loves competition, supports my teams: Razorbacks in all sports, Astros, Cowboys, Lakers, and any team with Long Yang on the roster, passionate about my family and the Lord God Almighty, and enjoys fishing...especially with Dragon bait. I'm just filling in while the 'storm is at work on his next Long Yang story/memory.
Why do y'all keep putting y'alls name up there in conference? just 2 good athletes made y'all have 3 winning season since being a school makes y'all top dogs? Please... ya our baseball program is one of the best I will never for get that 1972 state championship !!😂lol and it kinda sounds like you enjoy losing with favorite teams like Razorbacks, Astros,cowboys and the lakers and the Rats!lol
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 10:06:19 pm
Why do y'all keep putting y'alls name up there in conference? just 2 good athletes made y'all have 3 winning season since being a school makes y'all top dogs? Please... ya our baseball program is one of the best I will never for get that 1972 state championship !!😂lol and it kinda sounds like you enjoy losing with favorite teams like Razorbacks, Astros,cowboys and the lakers and the Rats!lol
Like I said before, I support my teams win or lose. The thing is: all my teams have won titles. How many have y'all won?
Also the only parties the rattlers are planning on throwing this year are the "Conference Championship Party" followed by the "we're playing past the second round party." We will be sure to invite you, since you will more than likely be back at the house by then. And I am definitely going to have to get bearfan involved or my moral compass is going to have to go.
Lol you got us there but having a winning season year in and year out is better to me then every 10 years finally winning more then 4 games but we don't even know if y'all can do that yet! Y'all are 3-2 can you pull off one more win this year??? That should be the real talk! I can see the front page of the Sunday page now " we finally won 4"!
I've enjoyed this. Very entertaining. But this old-timer has to work early. Can't wait to read comments tomorrow. Great thread.
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 10:13:48 pm
Lol you got us there but having a winning season year in and year out is better to me then every 10 years finally winning more then 4 games but we don't even know if y'all can do that yet! Y'all are 3-2 can you pull off one more win this year??? That should be the real talk! I can see the front page of the Sunday page now " we finally won 4"!
...
Attempt two.
Win four, please the rattlers have already faced the teeth of the conference and are planning on obliterating the rest; unlike da 'burg who has yet to face any of the big dogs in the conference. Good luck with that three week slate.
Alaskanstorm please don't tell me you are one of these keyboard warriors that is 4'11 120pounds and never played a down of football in his life! Cause that's the vibe I get from you! You make me think of the guy that's on the sideline saying "ya what he said"when the trash talk gets real! The kinda guy that just plays so he can tell his grandparents about how good he is and so he can wear one of the jerseys the first or second string Didn't want and hopes someone in the hallway notices him! I hope that isn't you is it? I hope you tell Me some story about how you are the greatest athlete on the planet and didn't go D1 cause working at the Taco Bell/ kfc paid better.
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 10:23:56 pm
Alaskanstorm please don't tell me you are one of these keyboard warriors that is 4'11 120pounds and never played a down of football in his life! Cause that's the vibe I get from you! You make me think of the guy that's on the sideline saying "ya what he said"when the trash talk gets real! The kinda guy that just plays so he can tell his grandparents about how good he is and so he can wear one of the jerseys the first or second string Didn't want and hopes someone in the hallway notices him! I hope that isn't you is it? I hope you tell Me some story about how you are the greatest athlete on the planet and didn't go D1 cause working at the Taco Bell/ kfc paid better.
You know you're just pouring gas on the fire. He played for one of the five winningest Arkansas programs of the last 50 years...and they just keep winning....
Who?lol I know you're not talking about magazine?
We haven't had football the entire past 50 years....
Just think about it for a minute ... If you know Arkansas high school football, it narrows it down in a hurry. But I'll let the 'storm rage on about Long Yang and our conference instead. His Dragon bait is best.
Yall have to be two of the most ignorant people ever. What happened in the past has absolutely nothing to do with this season. If you haven't realized yet we are in 2018, it's not 2010 anymore. This years rattler team is nowhere near as good as the 2010 group. That being said, this is the year that the Dragons will win conference, and have a very good shot at going deep into the playoffs. Not saying they will win state but they certainly will not go down easily. The rattlers will at best get the 2 seed, not sure they can even beat Lavaca. They will also be very lucky to make it past round 1 depending on who the draw. Come week 9 the rats dreams will be crushed by the Burg sending them home knowing who the best team in conference really is
Strike three. I'm out.
Bleeddrogonblue they bring up the past so much but yet skip so many years! Lol
Bleeddragonblue and AR dawg3 the rattler fans are just trying to sucker any Burg fans into a argument so they can use it come week 9 so don't fall for it. These kids read everything we say on here and Burg players want this conference title this year but we need them to be getting ready for WYC not thinking about Magazine. It's pointless to argue with any Magazine fan right now so if you guys want to talk let's start a thread and talk about WYC and then Hackett next week. Go Dragons beat WYC!!!
where to begin? where to begin? Well of course the task at hand the 'vaca arrows. The arrows got their two big playmakers back last week, so the stakes in this game just went up, a tactic the head man at 'vaca is known for. The 'storm expects the rattler D lead by Faughn Vang, Scott, short and hyatt to shutdown the arrows assault by continuing to win the turnover battle forcing 3 fumbles one of which will probably be returned by Yang for a TD.
'ziners 41 arrows 12
Big game. Cannot wait. Hoping our fan base travels well for this game. If we had a few more days we might hold Lavaca to single digits......
First DV and PDD the storm has never been concerned about da 'burg and never will be. That perception you two are trying to put out there is comical and an attempt at diverting the truth the storm has been speaking, because you two both know, the dragons still have to go through the teeth of the conference. Lastly, The storm doesn't waste time worrying about an unworthy team from a town wanting to be considered in with the NWA schools but has been shunned by them as well.
Secondly BDB, we have heard this before. Same song, Second verse. This isn't 2010, y'all (BF expletive), blah blah blah and the response has been the same. The conference championship is going through the rattlers this year and the rattlers have answered the storms call every single week. Come 10-26 the rattlers are going to be hosting their 4th conference championship in nine years.
Dawg, Dawg, Dawg, you are right the storm has never played a down of football for the Rattlers but yet the 'storm is single handily the "reason for the season" at the foot of the mountain. You won't catch the storm talking about his past playing days though. I'll leave that up to you and your fellow co-workers at da 'burg's dollar general store. 4'll 120 funny but that does remind me of Long Yang's defensive play in the "great trap game of 2011"
WYC had the ball first and 10 from their 44 yard line. Presnap Long Yang made the defensive adjustment, at the snap chambers was through the line in a flash, planted his face mask in the sternum of the WYC QB as he released the ball. Long Yang broken in front of the receiver on the slant route and took the interception to the house.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 10, 2018, 08:27:18 am
Big game. Cannot wait. Hoping our fan base travels well for this game. If we had a few more days we might hold Lavaca to single digits......
Still a possibility 43, we will have to see what the week brings.
.... and the crowd chanted Long Yang, Long Yang, Long Yang.......
Quote from: Prouddragondad on October 10, 2018, 05:58:50 am
Bleeddragonblue and AR dawg3 the rattler fans are just trying to sucker any Burg fans into a argument so they can use it come week 9 so don't fall for it. These kids read everything we say on here and Burg players want this conference title this year but we need them to be getting ready for WYC not thinking about Magazine. It's pointless to argue with any Magazine fan right now so if you guys want to talk let's start a thread and talk about WYC and then Hackett next week. Go Dragons beat WYC!!!
Come on; don't rain on it. This is fun with fans from the two front-runners jabbing and funning with each other and supporting their respective teams.
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 09, 2018, 10:06:19 pm
Why do y'all keep putting y'alls name up there in conference? just 2 good athletes made y'all have 3 winning season since being a school makes y'all top dogs? Please... ya our baseball program is one of the best I will never for get that 1972 state championship !!😂lol and it kinda sounds like you enjoy losing with favorite teams like Razorbacks, Astros,cowboys and the lakers and the Rats!lol
My Razorbacks have won championships in football, basketball, baseball, track and field, etc., more national titles in track and CC than any school, the Astros won the WS last year and are looking to repeat, my Cowboys have been mediocre for most of 20 years (I will have to give you that) after being the best from 1966-1996 (that's a nice run), the Lakers have been down like my Rattlers in football, but have been to more NBA championships than the next two best NBA teams combined and have won 16 NBA championships, and my Rattlers have won titles.
Chang Yang really should get some love. He was the other part of the "Amazin' Asians" Bobby Moua being the third.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 10, 2018, 12:17:53 pm
Chang Yang really should get some love. He was the other part of the "Amazin' Asians" Bobby Moua being the third.
Please fell free to share some stories Doc and how those lessons are going to transcend into the rattlers 4th conference championship this decade.
I love Chang Yang, Bobby Moua, and all of the Amazin' Asians; Their feats were absolutely incredible; you will even hear some of the names of others in these stories, but these are the Tales of Long Yang as told by the Alaskanstorm!!!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 10, 2018, 12:02:02 pm
Come on; don't rain on it. This is fun with fans from the two front-runners jabbing and funning with each other and supporting their respective teams.
Have y'all won any? Any at all? Ever? Conference or state? Just asking for the 'storm. He won't ask due to his newfound moral compass in case you haven't read the entire thread.
I disagree... I think this type of banter is not good for the conference. It builds disunity between schools and programs. These kids get on here and read this and take it personal. As a conference, it is fun to reflect on the past history of successes in programs. But I would also hope that as a conference we would support each other. As 2a schools we will all cycle up and down in terms of number of players as well as talent. Coach at Mountainburg has been there for like 30 years. You can only play with the hand your dealt.
In the down years, I would hope that other teams would have a little mercy on mine, be classy, knock us down, extend a hand, pick us up and do it again. This type of banter is what creates the Auburn vs Arkansas beat downs that we have experience the last several years. 2016 56-3, 2017 52-20, this year 2018 34-3. We all know that score from this year could have been a LOT worse than that but Malzahn is a buddy with Morris..
There is a difference in "supporting" respective teams and taking jabs.
I wish nothing but the best for the Rattlers, the Wildcats, the Dragons, and the Hornets. This will be the last post I make on this thread. May be the best team win.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 10, 2018, 12:37:46 pm
I love Chang Yang, Bobby Moua, and all of the Amazin' Asians; Their feats were absolutely incredible; you will even hear some of the names of others in these stories, but these are the Tales of Long Yang as told by the Alaskanstorm!!!
We probably remember Long best because he was the smallest.
If this is true, it is a great teachable moment for those kids who take something written on a forum or message board personally to not take it personally. Such lessons should be learned/taught. Anyone who knows me, knows I support our conference teams, our area teams, and such. I cheered for Mtburg, Hector, and Westside girls in state basketball tourneys over the past 8 years when they were on their runs; I have cheered Hackett basketball boys and Coach Branham vs. Hughes in a state title game; I have even cheered the green and white back when Kenny Bell coached them against HA in a state title game; I have cheered Booneville, Chucktown, Greenwood in their state title runs; I cheered Paris in their bids at state titles in volleyball; I have cheered John Mackey and his girls in track and field and volleyball during their title runs. I cheered Union Christian (Frank Cluck and Robin Finley years along with Glynn Stewart) when they were in our conference and winning some titles. I cheered JC Westside and Bruce Dunlap when they were winning titles. The list could go on and on.
I disagree with your Auburn/Arkansas statement. Conference teams have hammered each other long before social media and internet was around.
I love my wife and we "jab" at each other and have for over 35 years now; I love my kids and "jab" at them regularly; I love my siblings and the "jabs" have been flying for over 50 years; my best friends and I "jab" each other; my fellow coaches and I "jab" each other over various things. Would be great if this generation of teens could learn to deal with such.
Some people understand humor and some don't. Would be great for all to be able to understand it. So I guess we will just have to agree to disagree on this banter (and there is nothing wrong with disagreement!!). My friends, family, and I understand it and enjoy it. For those who don't enjoy it, either learn to appreciate it or just stay off boards and these threads would be my best suggestions. Their is no ill will or ill intent. Just support and entertainment on a board.
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on October 10, 2018, 01:07:37 pm
We probably remember Long best because he was the smallest.
... and the fact that he could bench more than twice his body weight!!!!! or fly through the air 14' above ground level or clear hurdles that seemed as tall as him with unbelievable grace and speed...... The abilities of a great man could go on and on and on.
I'll never forget the touchdown he scored. Pass got tipped in the middle of a crowd, and then all of a sudden this little guy darted out from among the trees with the football.
How about his onside kicking prowess?
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on October 10, 2018, 01:37:03 pm
I'll never forget the touchdown he scored. Pass got tipped in the middle of a crowd, and then all of a sudden this little guy darted out from among the trees with the football.
I think that one may have already been covered, who were they playing and what actually happened on the play?
IMO this thread has been funny and entertaining. But is seems like some of the comments have been more stabs than jabs on both sides. Its true the Burg has not won a conference title, or a state title in my history of keeping up with the school but we have been constant in a winning season and loosing in the third round for several years now, and we are always waiting to break through that ceiling. but I will take consistency of a winning season every year. Because when the day comes maybe this day when we have the couple of players that will take beyond our past the consistency will pay off. I wish the best for both these teams and when the Rats were at their best winning at state and being runner up I was cheering you guys on in the play-offs because you were representing the 4-2a.
keep the thread going buts lets all try to keep the stabs out and keep it to the jabs!! Go Big Blue!
I respect consistent winning. We are surrounded by Booneville, Charleston, and Greenwood.
I have zero ill will toward anyone or any team. They're kids.
I thoroughly enjoy going back and forth. I have family in Alabama. I have family in Oklahoma. I have family in Texas. We go back and forth all the time. I've enjoyed this thread. Hector fans visited with us during and after that game. Good folks. I plan to do the same after each game. But tales of Long Yang will continue and may poke fun at other conference schools. This is our disclaimer. No ill intent. Just fun.
Just so you know, prior to our success we had the state's longest losing streak. Lots of jabbing. Small schools go through ups and downs especially when near the bottom of a classification in enrollment year after year.
So rock on storm. More stories about the heroics of Long Yang. More analysis of conference foes. And more laughs as we work toward a conference title.
DnA if you think this is bad, you better make sure any of your kids don't have access to an iPhone, because this is tame compared to what kids put each other through on social media. Enough life leasons back to what lies ahead.
43 this is conference play, not pinochle and A champioship hangs in the balance. That means it is win by any means necessary. And that is why the rattlers Big Red Machines is going to march into arrowhead stadium, control the clock, and leave with the W.
Lastly, Ill do my good deed for the day and allow DV's assessment that da 'burg has been a consistent 3rd round team since 2007 to stand.
Since you guys didn't start a thread for the Magazine/Lavaca I guess I'll have to say something on here about the game. I will be very interested in this game I believe Magazine will win but I think Lavaca can make it a game. Lavaca has improved from last year and they do have a decent passing game which could give Magazine some early troubles but in the end Mag will wear them down and will win 28-14.
I like your assessment and agree with most of it. I prefer the 'storm's and hope it goes that way. But no matter what, I want the W. Fall is in the air. Might have to wear my cool weather gear for the first time this season. It is a great time of the year.
Even if it were pinochle, I would still want the W, but, alas, this is the 2A-4 and it is Rattler football, so let's take care of business boys. Beat Lavaca.
Well DnA got me thinking last night and I decided it was time to do some self reflecting. So, last night i went to one of my favorite places to do such, Steffey's Pizza, in enemy territory. I asked myself this question along with others; Should i respect a conference team who eye racks my QB, intentionally takes out my teams D-linemans knee and leaves with the win, along with the homecoming queen? The answer HECK NO, Dna can chant 4-2aa, the rattlers are going to be the ones who do the necessary dirty work to win and get the glory. Well the 'storm's blood pressure was boiling by this point; so, I took my glass of sweet tea and threw it through Steffey's stained glass of a golden arrow and said see you friday.
i noticed this statue of an indian in their city park on my way out of town; so i stopped to cool down. the indian was shooting a golden arrow straight up in the air. I got to thinking, what kind of mascot is an arrow? Well i came up with nothing. but none the less, i straight up stole that golden arrow for future use.
Lastly, Dna gets the Auburn (rattler) beat down he asked for:
'ziners 52 'vaca 6
a'storm is brewing...
The Indian used to be shooting horizontally until Long Yang ..... fierce hit ..... shook the ground ..... and we were playing in Mtburg ...
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 11, 2018, 09:31:41 am
a'storm is brewing...
The Indian used to be shooting horizontally until Long Yang ..... fierce hit ..... shook the ground ..... and we were playing in Mtburg ...
i was wondering what happened, it looked a little off.
T - 10 hours and counting ...
Lavaca- 28 Magazine- 21
Lavaca ain't no sleeper. Should be a great game!
Agree very much
Score?
26-18 Lavaca at the half
magazines 4-2a championship maybhave hit a snag tonight
Update
Lavaca 26-24 in 3Q per scoreboard
Heard it is 34-24 Lavaca
34-24 Lavaca right now. Sounds like Magazine is struggling.
Oh No!!!!! ??? ??? what the score?
Is the Storm MIA? what the dang score?
By the way the Burg won 40 to 0. WYC played tough though not s bad team just need more players.
Waiting like y'all sounds like schlinkers plan to hold out his playmaker an extra week may have paid off. If Hackett holds on. It is going to be a fun next three weeks. The stakes in week nine just went up.
Lavaca has a good team. Hard fought game, both sides had some key plays as well as key mistakes. No excuses from this Rattler Fan. Congratulations Lavaca. RATTLER PRIDE
Oh WOW!!! Next three weeks will be interesting. sounds like the championship will go through the Big Blue Dragons. first test next week at the hornetnests sounds like they getting it together.
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 12, 2018, 09:44:31 pm
Oh WOW!!! Next three weeks will be interesting. sounds like the championship will go through the Big Blue Dragons. first test next week at the hornetnests sounds like they getting it together.
If we get by Hector, 42-42 tied with seconds left
" Crickets "
Lavaca played well. Scored on first 5 possessions I believe.
I was posting away on the score thread.....whole game....
Lavaca moved it well mixing up the offense. Balanced attack.
Well, the rattlers took their first stumble in conference play. however,, they are not out of it yet. Will be interesting to see how Hackett responds to another heartbreaker and then there is the week 9 and 10 showdowns. The rattlers should be able to make corrections and tune up their engine for week 9. The schedules have Hackett playing lava this week as well when do they play
Hector plays Lavaca this week at Hector
I'm so tired about hearing about what magazine has done in the past and about Yang and all these former rats... let me know when you accomplish something relevant this year
Then no one in our conference would be talking 🤦
Hahahahahahahaha. You started a new account, then read through 6 pages with a thread with Magazine in the title to tell everyone that you are tired of hearing about Magazine. Hahahahahahahaha.
I thought beating Hackett and Hector was relevant. But Lavaca knocked us off so you now have a shot. Just got to beat all three of us in a row. Pull it off and you've earned it......like Long Yang did.
Rattler he is from Burg....Started the account in December to start an I got snubbed from all state campaign
Really. We are going to have to have some fun with this guy. I'll see how thick dragon skin is. Congrats on the exciting win last night for Hector.
Yes he is from Burg. He was our QB last year and made All-State and was picked to play in the All-Star game but when it got time to play the game the head coaches of both teams in the game picked their own roster and left him and a kid from Hackett off the team. Mtburg and Hackett coach tried to fix it but couldn't so yes the boy has a right to be upset about it. As far as Burg never being relevant that's a joke. You guys from Magazine run your mouth all week then get beat by Lavaca. Mtburg fans could have very easily gave y'all a hard time but it's not worth it. If you want to see how thick someone's skin is come week 9 you can come at me with all your comments I'll be glad to go back and forth with any of you but right now we are not worried about you guys because unlike Magazine Mountainburg controls their on destiny and we got to get ready for Hackett. I'm sure your going to come back at me and that's fine but if you are who I think you are you may want to show some class being in the position your in but hey I may be confused and your not who I think you are.
I'm not from magazine tho
I know your not and I never have had problems with Hector besides them beating us lol. Heck I never had problems with Magazine till this year. I always have rooted for them and glad to see them being very competitive this year. Don't know why some of their fans are on Burg so much. It is what it is I guess but I have no hard feelings toward any team and enjoy going back and forth with everyone we play cause that's what this is all about. A bunch of old guys having fun and talking trash. Just don't think you should make it personal and it has happen here lately and we all need to go back to just having fun again. I'll be the first to say I'm excited to see our conference being very competitive with 5 teams I can't wait for playoffs I think as a conference we will surprise other teams.
FWIW I was just pointing out he didnt start it to hate on magazine lol...Just got the wrong thing he got snubbed from...
Here's to hoping Hector and Burg take care of business so Week 10 is for that conference title 😁
"Yes he is from Burg. He was our QB last year and made All-State and was picked to play in the All-Star game but when it got time to play the game the head coaches of both teams in the game picked their own roster and left him and a kid from Hackett off the team.". If this is true, I'll leave him out of it. Way back when we were in with Jessieville and the 2A-5, they held the conference vote. Guys were voted All State. When turned in to the AAA, they told us that our conference had voted two too many in. Our two young men were the odd men out. Tough stuff indeed. For kids who work so hard then get something taken away is tough.
You can come at me however you want. I just think it's funny the first good start to a season y'all have had in four seasons and y'all are talking about a conference championship run and deep playoff appearance.
And Mnt Burg is doing the same despite never having won a conference title...ever....what's your point?
The curse of 3 wins! Can magazine break it?
We've never a contender for conference the last 3 years or so finishing at least top three
Hope so. Hope to get back on track this week. Got to shore up the defense over the next few weeks. Lavaca punched us in the gut scoring on their first five possessions with a balanced attack.
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 13, 2018, 06:27:03 pm
The curse of 3 wins! Can magazine break it?
Write the check and cash it dawg, it is as good as done.
Pdd and Dv you know the more I think about it, I think I'm going to be pulling for you guys this week. That way the rattlers get to play spoiler in week Nine and pandemonium will ensue.
Quote from: yeitman3 on October 13, 2018, 06:33:48 pm
We've never a contender for conference the last 3 years or so finishing at least top three
To easy ill give you a chance to correct, to appease pdd.
Quote from: yeitman3 on October 13, 2018, 06:17:30 pmI just think it's funny the first good start to a season y'all have had in four seasons and y'all are talking about a conference championship run and deep playoff appearance.
At my age, four years is the blink of an eye! We old-timers talk about conference titles, home playoff games, good times from the past, and such. I figure old-timers from all communities do. Good luck the rest of the way. Hoping we can be playing you guys for those types of things in a couple of weeks.
... and yes, I will be cheering for the Dragons and any conference team come playoff time.
My Astros are about to start. Later.
My Dodgers just won and I sure would like to meet your Astros again in the World Series we owe them lol! Anyways got to get back to the Hog game. I got them winning this one.
Maybe the rats can bounce back this week. this is the last post I put on this thread. we have Hackett at hornetville and our hands will be full with them. see ya week nine if you want to say hello me and PDD will be in the press box come up and say hi
Quote from: Prouddragondad on October 13, 2018, 05:05:38 pm
Yes he is from Burg. He was our QB last year and made All-State and was picked to play in the All-Star game but when it got time to play the game the head coaches of both teams in the game picked their own roster and left him and a kid from Hackett off the team. Mtburg and Hackett coach tried to fix it but couldn't so yes the boy has a right to be upset about it. As far as Burg never being relevant that's a joke. You guys from Magazine run your mouth all week then get beat by Lavaca. Mtburg fans could have very easily gave y'all a hard time but it's not worth it. If you want to see how thick someone's skin is come week 9 you can come at me with all your comments I'll be glad to go back and forth with any of you but right now we are not worried about you guys because unlike Magazine Mountainburg controls their on destiny and we got to get ready for Hackett. I'm sure your going to come back at me and that's fine but if you are who I think you are you may want to show some class being in the position your in but hey I may be confused and your not who I think you are.
how does Magazine "not" control it's own destiny?
Only team that technically controls its destiny is Mountainburg....Magazine could win out and still not get the 1 seed, especially so if Burg and Lavaca both beat Hector
Quote from: HorseFeathers on October 13, 2018, 09:18:22 pm
Only team that technically controls its destiny is Mountainburg....Magazine could win out and still not get the 1 seed, especially so if Burg and Lavaca both beat Hector
I got you. I was thinking in terms of Conference Championships not seeding.
Conference titles are nice...seeding is important
Quote from: HorseFeathers on October 13, 2018, 09:41:33 pm
Conference titles are nice...seeding is important
for sure!!
Well the storm thinks it is a travesty that JCW has decided to keep their rebel mascot and continue to embrace a symbol of hatred and separation. So, tomorrow night the rattlers are going to send the following message "it's 2018 not 1863" and knock some sense into the JCW program.
'Ziners 38 Rebs 6
Jc is a good team and don't believe they kept there mascot because of hate I think they kept it cause it's been there mascot since the school started and I think it's kinda cool that they stand for something and don't care what other people think!
Your entitled to your opinion dawg and if JCW wants to keep a mascot which is perceived by the majority as a symbol of a seperationist ideology more power to them. But the rattlers are gonna hand down a symbolic hand of justice beat down this Friday night.
'Ziners 42 Rebs. 0
You said 38-6 which is it? And y'all should do just fine tomorrow night! Hopefully will get that 4th win and break the streak
I told you to take the check to the bank last week. Your still not holding on to it are you?
I'll just go ahead and hold on to it! Would sure hate to try and cash it and it balance!lol
Funny you should mention balance, because that is exactly how the rattlers are going to win tomorrow night with a balanced offensive attack. The rattlers are going to accumulate 532 total yards 230 through the air and 302 on the ground. While the rattler Regroups and refocuses holding the Johnny Rebs to 107 total yards.
Bounce* is what it was supposed to say lol! Good luck I hope y'all do it!
Alright, alright, alright!!! The rattlers got back on track this week. So, with da 'burg winning and Lavaca losing, it is do or die time for the rattlers but the rattlers shouldn't have any problems getting up for this one. Gonna be a fun week. Pdd, dv, dawg, pdd, and yeti best of luck, y'all remind me of this stand up feller I used to know from way back when. Would any of you guys happen to originally be from Louisiana?
Did you know the Komodo Dragon will take down Mnt goats, sheep, and snakes they are pound for pound one of the fiercest animals in the galpapouis islands?
I wouldn't think being the fiercest animal on an island populated by a bunch of birds would be that hard to obtain. Pulse the Komodo has never went up against a bunch of Pit Vipers from the base of the mountain.
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 19, 2018, 09:55:47 pm
Did you know the Komodo Dragon will take down Mnt goats, sheep, and snakes they are pound for pound one of the fiercest animals in the galpapouis islands?
Where exactly are the galpapouis islands?
Somewhere in 4-2a country 😂
I still think that the Rattlers are still a year away but I sure am pround of that they have done this year they have came so far from week 1 to now.
Your not going to have to Waite a year RC. I have it on good authority that DP's Christmas bonus is riding on the outcome of this game. Rattlers Roll!
This is the most football excitement/buzz we have had in a while. Lot of fun for sure. Keeping the ball away from the Dragons means no fumbles, few to zero penalties, and execution on the offensive line. Hoping for a great game. DP's bonus riding on the outcome of this game ...... ;D
The administration takes these things serious down that way 43. Have you notice game week has arrived and all the burg poster have went dark. They must have watched some of the rattler highlights and realized the trouble they are in.
"The administration takes these things serious down that way 43." 8) ;D
😂😂should be a good game but nah we aren't scared!
Scared da 'burg will be, yes scared they will be.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 23, 2018, 06:52:12 am
Scared da 'burg will be, yes scared they will be.
Vader wasn't scared of Yoda I believe he scared him to death when Luke was in the cave facing his dad. And when you come to a Dragons Den usually in a Cave LOL!
I knew a lot about Rattlers too they entertained my kids when they were babies but they grew out of the in the fundamental years.
Around the Burg we like to do what we called snake hunting snakes like to lay on the warm roads at night when it gets this season when the days are warm and nights are cold. So one night when I was younger man a few of us guys went on a snake hunt. we headed out on the back roads of the burg in search of them cold blooded snakes laying on the roads. We had taken our weapons and set out for a good nights fun. We would kill all kinds of snakes Black, Cottonmouths, and the Prize Rattlers. Well on this night we had killed a few already then on the old Shepard springs road we came across a rattler. One of the old boys jumped out of the old Grand Cherokee and killed it as it slithered to the ditch. well then he picked up the old dead rattler as he was celebrated his kill. Then as he was carrying out the old snake from the ditch where it had slithered to, one of the other old boys from the Burg hit with at stick right in the head as he was heading to gang with his trophy. But you know what that old dead rattler did still spit venom on us even though he was a dead snake that old snake on the road was ruthless to the very end. The End.
Interesting story Dv. you and pdd are a couple stand up fellows and remind me a lot of this stand up guy from way back when. Are either of you originally from Louisiana?
So I recieve a text at work today from my brother in law who is not the smartest tool in the shed. He said "I just drove through da 'burg and they done went oft n caught themselves 4 or 5 dinosaurs. Have em caged in behind 10 foot high prison fences. Beats all you have ever seen." I hated to dampen his exuberance but it had to be done. I told him "those are not real dinosaurs and those aren't prison fences. Those fences have been put there to keep the local rift raft out. Which is why the rattlers are going to win Friday night. You see rift raft like that is consistently undisciplined." Which is why the rattler win the turn over battle Friday night.
Ziners 32. Burg 21
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 23, 2018, 07:21:36 pm
Interesting story Dv. you and pdd are a couple stand up fellows and remind me a lot of this stand up guy from way back when. Are either of you originally from Louisiana?
So I recieve a text at work today from my brother in law who is not the smartest tool in the shed. He said "I just drove through da 'burg and they done went oft n caught themselves 4 or 5 dinosaurs. Have em caged in behind 10 foot high prison fences. Beats all you have ever seen." I hated to dampen his exuberance but it had to be done. I told him "those are not real dinosaurs and those aren't prison fences. Those fences have been put there to keep the local rift raft out. Which is why the rattlers are going to win Friday night. You see rift raft like that is consistently undisciplined." Which is why the rattler win the turn over battle Friday night.
Ziners 32. Burg 21
+1
the dinos are in check because for the for several years they have gone loose and ripped the rattlers buttons off they want no team playing with a disability.
I actually felt bad for my brother in law. Said he stoped and talked to one of the local gypsies there in da 'burg and they to him "those dinosaurs appeared out of nowhere after the tornado last year. Like some type time vortex opened up." Which is why you can never trust a 'burg gypsy.
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 23, 2018, 06:44:25 pm
Around the Burg we like to do what we called snake hunting snakes like to lay on the warm roads at night when it gets this season when the days are warm and nights are cold. So one night when I was younger man a few of us guys went on a snake hunt. we headed out on the back roads of the burg in search of them cold blooded snakes laying on the roads. We had taken our weapons and set out for a good nights fun. We would kill all kinds of snakes Black, Cottonmouths, and the Prize Rattlers. Well on this night we had killed a few already then on the old Shepard springs road we came across a rattler. One of the old boys jumped out of the old Grand Cherokee and killed it as it slithered to the ditch. well then he picked up the old dead rattler as he was celebrated his kill. Then as he was carrying out the old snake from the ditch where it had slithered to, one of the other old boys from the Burg hit with at stick right in the head as he was heading to gang with his trophy. But you know what that old dead rattler did still spit venom on us even though he was a dead snake that old snake on the road was ruthless to the very end. The End.
I like it. Prized....cold blooded.....To the very end....still spittin' venom after dead.... Good stuff.
All year the rattlers have been told by Pdd, Dv and the rest about how da 'burgs speed, to much for the rattlers to handle. The rattlers have continually been told da 'burgs line is the size of the rockies and will run rough shot over the snakes. well the storm hates to inform Pdd and the rest "it doesn't matter what y'all think."
Because this Friday at 1627, the rattlers are going to exit the Den through gate 43 and slap the sign that says kick some (BF expletive). The rattlers are going to then load a bunch of whopping onto bus number 24. The rattlers are going to hang a left onto 'storm boulevard and head straight to da 'burg. Where upon arrival the rattlers are going to unload and present the game ball to da 'burgs QB, turn it sideways and shove it up his candy (BF expletive). which is where he is going to be the majority of the night.
And if Pdd or any of the other 'burg rift raft have a problem with that. BF and the rattler D-generation have two words for ya (BF expletive).
wooooo, wooooo, wooooo, wooooo, wooooo, woooo, wooooo, woooo, wooooo
this kind of post explains your slap clap ratio. I just hope your in your early twenties for God Sakes!
Watch the attitude cause you guys are coming to the burg and us old guys don't play around with trouble makers. If Long Yang or any other Yang heck even the Vang clan get out of hand DV and I will come out of the press box and lay the smack down on them. Here's one for you. Chewing tobacco chewing tobacco spit spit spit if you ain't a Dragon you ain't worth (expletive)! Go Dragons!!!
Astorm if your Arschloch is as big as your mouth this explains a lot for me.
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 24, 2018, 05:18:04 pm
this kind of post explains your slap clap ratio. I just hope your in your early twenties for God Sakes!
Not a wrestling fan, I take it.
Quote from: Prouddragondad on October 24, 2018, 05:41:34 pm
Watch the attitude cause you guys are coming to the burg and us old guys don't play around with trouble makers. If Long Yang or any other Yang heck even the Vang clan get out of hand DV and I will come out of the press box and lay the smack down on them. Here's one for you. Chewing tobacco chewing tobacco spit spit spit if you ain't a Dragon you ain't worth (expletive)! Go Dragons!!!
two bits?
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 24, 2018, 05:18:04 pm
this kind of post explains your slap clap ratio. I just hope your in your early twenties for God Sakes!
it takes a lot of hard work to earn a ratio like mine DV, good luck on your endeavor to obtain one as good as the storms.
Oh man are you in trouble, you better just go ahead and stay home Cause you're starting to talk about family and it's about to get ugly
simmer down dawg BF'S expletives of tail, Pez dispenser, and bring it aren't that bad. i think Pdd expletive is a lot worse but I'm trying to bail him out.
Storm you have to be one of the most annoying people I've ever encountered on here. Everything you say doesn't really make sense. I just hope you were apart of that championship team so you have some bit of credibility in your home town. Btw the current QB had nothing to do with anything said on here so you shouldn't say anything about him. I'm sure some grads from "da burg" would be glad to entain you after the game if you want.
With 15 post I don't know if that is a bad thing. Also knocking apposing players, especially the QB, on their dispensers is just part of the game yeti.
No Yeitman3 he is way to scared to come to Da'Burg! He will be one of those guys come Saturday morning saying something about how magazine had a bad game or something stupid like that! Or then when they lose first round he will say something like "well I wasn't talking about this year, next year is the year we will win it all!" And then we will have this same conversation all year next year😂
Dawg you don't know the storm very well, no excuses will be made. Just like none were made after the 'vaca game. I just hope it's not like the last game I watched at da 'burg were the back judge throws a flag, the umpire picks it up and consults the side judge and makes up a penalty. The back judge went two quarters without a flag to throw. True story.
And in what game was that? Not the last magazine game was it? The 42-6 game? You really think that flag would help you that one?
Only thing I'm worried about is if we can beat y'all by 21 or not cause would be nice to be keep the 21+ point wins in conference!
No it was the 2013 game and the rattlers didn't let those type shenanigans stop them that night just like they won't Friday night if they happen. It was the darndest thing dawg. The umpire pick up the flag and asked who threw the flag and the back judge lowered his head and hid behind the safety. Then the side judge comes up the the umpire and shrugs his shoulder while talking, then penalty rattlers. Mind boggling. And I'm not making that up.
This one is going to be an old fashioned defensive slug fest, no 21 point win either way. There is going to be alot of big hits in this one and the 'ziners come out victoriously.
Quote from: AR_dawg3 on October 24, 2018, 08:13:55 pm
And in what game was that? Not the last magazine game was it? The 42-6 game? You really think that flag would help you that one?
last years score was 42-6?
Da burg doesn't make comments about our players are gonna shove the game ball up an opposing players you know what... especially coming from a washed up has been is kinda classless
No last year was 35-8 I believe
That's what I was thinking. I remember that being a 14-8 halftime score. I remember intercepting mtbirg in endzone and running it out to 50 as it went to half.
Only thing I remember about 2nd half is back to back special teams fumbles on magazines first two possessions. It got away at that point.
I remember mtburg having some good speed. Qb absolutely killed us tho. Going into the game we were focused on stopping the rb(fast kid) and wasn't ready for QB. Cant remember stats but QB had a big game that night.
He had 185 rushing yards with 4 rushing touchdowns and a passing touchdown
Yep. Killed us
Yeti so serious, Pdd got the reference and ran with it. All in good fun, some stuff does go over people's heads though, when they aren't used to extreme sarcasm.
We got it done for a half. Couldn't keep up in 2nd half. Turnovers really took the wind out. That was the game we moved our freshmen up. You could tell instantly that we were more competitive than we were in previous games..
Well yesterday's paraphrased wrestling promo's went over some heads. But the storm and Pdd did the necessary mic work needed. So today we will stick with plain vanilla football talk. Which brings me to the rattlers keys to victory. #1 control the line of scrimmage and there in, also the clock. The rattlers defense can't let da 'burg qb run for 185 and 4 tds Friday night, yeti, because da 'burg will then be celebrating their first conference championship ever; and the rattlers d is bond and determined not to let that happen.
#2 the rattlers must make sure to keep their defensive assignments, wrap up and gang tackle.
Well Da'Burgs QB will have that and even plus some Cause he seen what you said about putting the game ball up his candy a**! But that's not even the worst part, since you think y'all can put #39 on his back every down he will have 100+ yards of laying people smooth out and we haven't even got to the good part yet! We have 2 running backs that are seniors that happen to not like what you think about them so I figured at least 150 a piece and a couple TDS! And thats why this score is going to be scary! I figure the burg by 3 or 4 TDS! All cause one guy wants to run his mouth about a team we had no problems with before this season but now we will take care of business!
"Candy Pez Dispenser" dawg, they do still make those don't they? i've Never heard BF say The other thing.
Anyway #3 The rattlers defense is going to have to get pressure on the QB up the middle forcing him to make some mistakes and win the turn over battle.
Here is the thing. The storm new this was going to be his last go at it when he started posting this year. I would like to congratulate both da 'burg and the rattlers on their great seasons and making it a fun one. i will continue posting till the end of the rattlers run this year. So with that being said lets up the stakes and make it a retirement match. The rattlers win the 'storm post infrequently and if da 'burg wins permanent retirement.
Sounds good
sounds like the storm is not wanting to get on after the game to eat some crow. only gonna get on if he can continue to have diarrhea of the mouth, or i guess keyboard in this case. he must have caught a replay of burg destroying hackett and realized some of his comments may be coming back to haunt him soon.
No I'll be here no matter what. Just have different priorities now. I've given da 'burg a chance to shut me up for good. Good luck. Many have tried and many have failed. Rattlers roll!!!!
Just so you all know, and this is a repeat of a previous post, that the storm did not play for Magazine. But he is a great guy and has a huge sense of humor.
If you knew him, you would understand.
Now, on with the thread as the game inches closer and closer.
Did I ever tell you the one about Darren McConnell Yang or Tommy Rogers Vang from the 60s and 70s?
... or Jiggs Gibson Yang who set school scoring records in the 50s....
I have been out running errands, the storm might be a government moocher but i do occasionally have thing to do. I haven't heard any of those stories 43 but before you proceed, let me tell you about what just happened.
So we are getting ready for halloween and I take my five year old son to the Spirit of halloween store. Well he walks in and they have this 10 ft purple dragon set up. It had the breathing fire and the whole works. He walks right up to it, looks it right in the eye and says "Hey Yo" and proceeds to give it an eye poke, drop kicks it in the stomach, and then does a diamond cutter. As the dragon was laying there he then proceed to wave his hand back and forth in front of his face saying "You can't see me," climbs up to the top shelf and proceeds to finish off the dragon with a Swan Tan Bomb." It ended up being a 5k bill but oh the memories.
One of your best yet...
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 25, 2018, 04:50:47 pm
I have been out running errands, the storm might be a government moocher but i do occasionally have thing to do. I haven't heard any of those stories 43 but before you proceed, let me tell you about what just happened.
So we are getting ready for halloween and I take my five year old son to the Spirit of halloween store. Well he walks in and they have this 10 ft purple dragon set up. It had the breathing fire and the whole works. He walks right up to it, looks it right in the eye and says "Hey Yo" and proceeds to give it an eye poke, drop kicks it in the stomach, and then does a diamond cutter. As the dragon was laying there he then proceed to wave his hand back and forth in front of his face saying "You can't see me," climbs up to the top shelf and proceeds to finish off the dragon with a Swan Tan Bomb." It ended up being a 5k bill but oh the memories.
+1 must be talking about junction city the purple dragons
I don't think it matters to him DV we got home and he said "dad can I play skyrim I just want to kill some dragons." Who am I to refuse such a request. Rattler roll
My four year old has gotten into football this year he like to play with a balloon LOL so he runs from the kitchen to living room and while he's in route I throw it up in the air and he gets a kick out of catching it in the air the falling to the ground to act as if he were being tackled, with mom being 5.8 and dad being 6.1 and older sister being 5.9 inches tall sound like I have a future receiver in the making. just another Burger for the future. Also he like any team that has a blue uniform he hates white uniformed teams lol.
Mine doesn't play fair DV i'll Walk into a room hear "got you" and the nest thing I know I've got a shoulder in my back as I'm going to the floor.
Well I hope he's a Mag so we can talk more smack 10 years down the road lol ;D
Only if I can talk his mom into moving to the farm but she likes the city life and he would probably end up a little farther west.
Game Day and the rattlers finally get to take on step up to the challenge of stopping all this speed Pdd has been talking about. There is one this the storm has learned in life it is this. When speed goes head on with the bull it gets hurt. rattlers by 14
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeqGuaAl6Ic
And this is the type of bulls and their tenacity, the rattlers will be putting on Bus 24 at 1627 this afternoon.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90HMXA5I2Tk
here is a couple more to make the day go by faster.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ6QHfZwTSw
and a little bit more of the pain the rattlers are bringing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFrUVvlj5HI
one more and then the storm is going to take in some fall colors and go watch some cats scalp some indians. it is not a pretty thing to watch. While the rattlers light up some dragon "Pez Dispensers." Rattlesnake Venom Injection!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nw2iipzHl3w
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 26, 2018, 09:17:14 am
here is a couple more to make the day go by faster.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ6QHfZwTSw
and a little bit more of the pain the rattlers are bringing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFrUVvlj5HI
Atwater!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you for all the comments about Burg the last 3 weeks cause we are dominating your boys and they can't stop #39.
Pdd was right big up front and the rattlers shot themselves in the foot early. Plus the rattlers for so reason didn't feed it to their horse the first half.
40 to 8 who's your Dragon :o
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 26, 2018, 09:12:55 pm
Pdd was right big up front and the rattlers shot themselves in the foot early. Plus the rattlers for so reason didn't feed it to their horse the first half.
It wouldn't have matter who got the ball. Magazine had zero 1st downs and less than 50 rushing in first half. That's just our defense dominating Magazines offense. The best team won big tonight.
Magazine never showed up, I was looking forward to a better showing than that!
So proud of these guys!
Yea it would have mattered, not the outcome though, Hyatt and faughn should be caring the load from the onset. You got to go with your play makers, you take the game out of your own hands when you don't. But no one stands a chance when you have a pregame pep talk of "come on Mountainburg get fired up, its senior night, let's go" when it comes from the right person. Three big turning points in the first half hold on the big run, face mask inside the 10 and rufing the kicker allowed it to snow ball. Like,I said the rattlers shot themselves in the foot and weren't able to recover.
Hey just do us all a favor and it your crow and retire. No excuses you can come up with will make things better. Mtburg was and is the best team and Magazine had no chance tonight but hey there is always next year for you guys. Sure is nice to send you into retirement and not going to miss you. Bye Bye!
Not making excuses. I have actually have no dog in this fight. I can give you an honest assessment if you would like though.
I just love that I told you your comments will get you beat by 3 or 4 TDs and then I said you can't stop #39 well guess what 3tds and 150+ yards in the first half later you still can't stop him!😂😂
2014- 40-6
2015 42-8
2016. 49-6
2017. 35-8
And we keep the tradition going with the 40-8 tonight 😉just so you know I really don't want to stop with the comments but I will cause I reallly feel bad! JK but for the kids I'll stop after this comment
Congrats to Mountainburg. Big pass plays. Big runs. Big conversions. Big special teams plays. Big step toward undisputed conference title. Big win.
Represent well come playoff time.
Mountainburg stopped the Rattlers march to this year's conference title. So, the boys move on to WYC with playoffs on their minds Speaking of WYC stirs up memories of the 70s and 80s vs Havana and Belleville. Billy WallaceYang, Kevin Robinson Moua, and Daymond Catlett Vang joined up with their cousins Brandon Bryan Yang and Randy Bryan Yang in many games vs the Yell County boys. But those Rattler wins and performances pale in comparison to the time Long Yang had to take over in Havana one Friday night. The mighty Rattlers were undefeated, yet WYC had brought in a crew that had two Havana boys, two Belleville boys, and an uncle from Waveland. The first quarter had WYC up two scores even though they only had 5 yards of total offense while the Rattlers had amassed 110 yards in penalties. Long Yang trots in to the huddle, screams "just give me the dadgum ball". On first down from the 40, he breaks off a 60 yard run. Called back for a phantom hold. Then from the 30, Long takes it 70 yds to the house. Wait.....nope. Another hold. On the third try, Chang Yang breaks off am 80 yard sprint to the end zone. You guessed it: holding. Some type of player argument between defensive players ensues, ending with a linebacker throwing his helmet and being chased down the sideline. Darndest thing I've ever seen. Well, a rested Long Yang takes a pitch, all the Rattler linemen just fall to the ground to avoid penalty, and Long goes 90 yards for the TD! The officials realize it is a lost cause and call a great game. Long Yang leads the Rattlers to the win and a conference title. Well, it went something like that.........
Iam sorry the run had to come to a end for the rattlers but that's football every dog has its day and its ours. Mag looked good #28 is a beast he can pick up a head of steam quickly. but the whole game was a flag fest on both sides. we were just able to overcome ours so flags no excuses. But good luck the rest of the season and make a run in the playoffs.
No excuses. You guys just beat us. We will work on prep for WYC and then playoffs. Still looking for a nice run.
No I'm pretty sure that's exactly how it went 43, good times I'll break down this week game latter.
Sounds good. I await analysis and some good tales...
Well the rattlers wrap up the season with WYC. The game was the 2011 matchup And Long Yang exited the field house for the pregame warm ups, he noticed the white hat for the night and was amused because he was reminded of a character straight out of a Stephen King story. But what really caused yangs nerves to boil was when the teams were getting ready to take the field, old white hat called for the wyc team to fall in and proceeded to lead them in the side sway head bob; while white hat repeatedly yelled WYC and their players responded "wolverines." This went on for about 5 minutes before old white hat tore out of there sprinting through the victory line, tearing through the sign, all the while screaming "WOLVERINES" like a banshee.
Well, magazine won the toss and elected to kick off . Long Yang place the ball on the tee and then it happened yang kicked a perfected on side kick that hit #64 right in the face mask and Long Yang recovered his own kick. But waite what is that, a flag. What? Offside on the KICKER. How is the even possible? Well the rattlers went ahead and kicked it to the wolverines. And on the first defensive play, Long Yang had zeroed in on the ball carrier but instead of taking him out he yelled "boooo"as loud as he could causing the ball carrier to fumble. Long Yang being Johnny on the spot scoped and scored from 38 and the rout was on. No Waite, what is that? A flag, "excessive noise pollution," is there even such a thing in football? Anyway that is how it started, how the rattlers escaped 61-21 still amazes the storm.
If I have time I'll script the first couple series for this weeks game later.
I had forgotten all about that game..... soooo many good memories that some get lost sometimes in this old mind....
The rattlers get off to a fast start this week as Tatum Scott takes the opening kickoff to da house, to give the rattlers the early 7-0 lead.
Then on the rattlers first offensive possession it is Hyatt to the right, off tackle for 7. Then Faughn on the cross buck for 6. Then Hyatt on the sweep for 5. Then Faughn on a dive off left guard for 4. and on the next play it is a handback to Hyatt on the left side, wait no it is a pitch to Scott for the 39 yd TD.
The rattlers will be looking to put the game away on their next possession; so it will be a heavy dose of the big guy. Hyatt off the right side for 8. then Hyatt on a cross buck for 10. Hyatt up the middle for 4. Faughn on a quick pitch for 8. Then it is scissors to the left as Hyatt takes it, no it is scissors pass as Yang hits Scott for a 25 yrd td on the post.
The rest of the night will continue this pattern, expect Hyatt and Faughn to take some to da house though, as the rattlers cruise to a 42-10 victory and prepare for their first round opponent.
I like your analysis. I think a healthy dose of Hyatt would be great for our offense. I like your score prediction as well. Kind of reminds me of this one game in which our now famous Long Yang had some serious work to do to get us going and secure a win against the formidable adversary from WYC. We reach halftime in a tie. The field was flooded and sloppy with neither team able to accomplish much on offense. WYC was marching on the second half opening drive when on 3rd and two from the 48, Long comes racing in to fill the gap and make an incredible flying tackle. The measurement showed that the mighty Wolverines were about a foot shy of the first down. They elect to punt. Long Yang takes the punt and makes a great return about 20 yards when he appears to be hemmed in for the stop but at full speed hurdles three defenders taking it to the house. On the conversion, Long Yang vaulted himself over the defensive line for the two points. Those two plays were so inspiring that the Rattlers never relinquished the lead and went on to a nice 4 score win and another conference title. I never tire of remembering past games and telling The Tales of Long Yang....
Not just a healthy dose 43. Got to make sure the big guy gets 20- 25 touches a game, follow buy faughn with around 15-20. And let Scott and yang take advantage of situations as they developed throughout the game. With the road the rattlers have in the playoffs, it is time to average 3-4 yards a pop and see how far it takes them.
Agreed.
Haven't seen any updates just the score. If ether 43 or 24 would give a brief run down it would be appreciated.
What was score?
21-0 mag
Dominating first half. Worked on things in second half.
Congratulations to Hector.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on November 02, 2018, 09:24:05 pm
Congratulations to Hector.
Thanks man! Boys showed up for sure tonight!
Well the date is set and the rattlers have the scourge of the prairie set to stampede into the "PIT" Friday night. The storm hasn't done much research yet but the storm knows the scourge are typically big, deceptively fast and will gore you if given a chance. The rattlers will have their work cute out for them, if they are to add another playoff victory to the record books.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 03, 2018, 08:41:46 am
Well the date is set and the rattlers have the scourge of the prairie set to stampede into the "PIT" Friday night. The storm hasn't done much research yet but the storm knows the scourge are typically big, deceptively fast and will gore you if given a chance. The rattlers will have their work cute out for them, if they are to add another playoff victory to the record books.
Carlisle's four victories were over teams (Marvell, Clarendon, Brinkley and Marianna) that won a combined seven games and they lost to the top three teams in the league by 46, 18, and 16 points. They experimented with the spread offense for the first few games but abandoned that for ground and pound. Expect them to line up and run at you all night to control the clock and hide issues with their pass defense. Never know how high school kids will perform but the home team should take this one. Good luck to all.
Thanks, Sosos. It reminds me of a previous home playoff game vs. Carlisle. They took the opening kickoff and ran behind one of the best offensive lines of the past ten years. 350 and 304 tackles, 287 and 269 guards. 235 center and 222 tight end. Real Bison to run behind. 4 yards here, 5 yards there, then 3 yards and move the chains. True three yards and a cloud of dust scenario all the way to first and goal at the two yard line. That's when it happened...Long Yang sprinted in front the backside to drop the back for a loss. On second down, Long took out the fullback at the shins effectively stopping the tailback behind the line. Third down saw Long dart in from the weakside to sack the QB on a keeper. On 4th and goal from the ten, Long sprints to the tailback to wrap him up for no gain. There is some confusion as the Rattlers take over on downs. The Rattlers take a timeout as their play clock is about to run out. On first down, Long Yang slips out of the backfield unnoticed to the 40 where he catches the pass and races 60 more for the TD. Another playoff win fueled by the leadership of Long Yang!
The countdown to Friday has begun at Diamondback Stadium...
4...
Long Yang feats know no bounds 43, couldn't have told it any better myself. The count down has begun, the fall temperatures are plummeting and their is playoff football being play at the Pit. Doesn't get any better.
Agreed. Excitement abounds at Diamondback Stadium/Shorty Wright Field!!!
I remember playing against Long Yang and the other Asian kid. Forgot his name but they whooped our tail. Wasn't a fun game at all lol long drive to Magazine and it was about 20 degrees and sleeting.
Quote from: Redzone on November 05, 2018, 08:56:35 pm
I remember playing against Long Yang and the other Asian kid. Forgot his name but they whooped our tail. Wasn't a fun game at all lol long drive to Magazine and it was about 20 degrees and sleeting.
Was it Long Duck Dong
Hard to tell. Chang Yang, Bobby Moua, Jay Moua, Toto Yang, Fue Yang, Andy Moua, Charly Moua, Billy Yang, Cheenew Yang, among others were on our teams during that era.
....3....
Yes Rd it is the best time of year to be playing football at the foot of the mountain. The temp hover in the upper 50's pregame and then plummet to above freezing at kickoff w/ the wind chill coming off the river. It is not uncommon for an icy fog to encompass the field this time of year. It jogged my memory of what has been dubbed "the fog bowl" here in 'zinerville. I'll tell more about that game latter. First though the rattlers are again planning on delivering an old fashioned tail whipping as you said, so feel free to come enjoy the festivities.
Secondly, I don't recall any Dong's, especially any Duck Dong's but there has been a boatload of Yang's straight out of Laos. They are not to be trifled with.
Thirdly, nothing against Shorty Wright but alaskanstorm field just sounds better and more intimidating.
Can't wait for the Fog Bowl story....
Lots of Yangs.
I will see what I can do...
....2....
November 18th 2011 and the rattlers were facing the Salem Greyhounds. Leading up to the game the Salem posters, who claimed to be a bunch of warlocks, were touting about how they had transformed the greyhounds into a bunch of Hellhounds; and, were going to obliterate Long Yang and his rattler counter parts. A cold front moved in on the day of the game and the temperature plummeted to 31 degrees before kickoff. During pregame a frozen fog moved in from the river and encompassed the field, limiting visibility to yard and a half. The rattlers had taken an early 14 to zero lead early in the second quarter but the hounds were putting together drive across midfield. Long Yang up to this point had not made the defensive impact to which he was accustomed. The freezing fog had formed into an ice visor around his face mask. Then on 4th and 7 on the rattler 43 yard line, the hound's Qd faked the handoff off the left tackle, ran a bootleg and passed to the tight end on a 10 yard out pattern. The pass was on a bee line and just as the ball touched the ends fingers and he started to turn up field to again some YAC, thats when you heard it; A bone chilling "KAAA BOOOM," followed by what sounded to be like a window being shattered in a head on collision. After a 30 minute delay, it was announced the rattlers had a 20-0 lead and were lining up for the PAT. and the rattlers rolled 34-2.
Man, now that was a game. Ice forming on everything was amazing.
Yes brutally cold, I wouldn't have made it through the game, except I snuck in 3 thermoses of hot chocolate. Still don't know how the rattlers scored, just know the ambulance lturned on its lights came onto the field and left with the sirens blazing.
... and couldn't go to the restrooms. Full of folks (Rattlers and Greyhounds) trying to stay warm. Weird night but a good win.
....1....
the 'storm's sources have reported to expect a large dose of sweeps, quick pitches, and dive's as the scourge continuously attach the edges. This means the rattlers defensive ends are going to have to play disciplined and rise to the occasion. On the offensive front, the 'storm expects to see the rattlers stable of young running backs churning out the yardage as they make their first playoff debut. The rattlers in a dog fight early but pull away late.
'ziners 28 scourge 16
2nd playoff appearance...for everyone except this years freshmen.
Yes, the 'storm forgot the rattlers move the freshman up after the jr high season is over; none the less, this will be the first time this group of sophomore and junior running backs are seasoned and primed to make their playoff mark.
Agreed
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 08, 2018, 08:19:05 am
the 'storm's sources have reported to expect a large dose of sweeps, quick pitches, and dive's as the scourge continuously attach the edges. This means the rattlers defensive ends are going to have to play disciplined and rise to the occasion. On the offensive front, the 'storm expects to see the rattlers stable of young running backs churning out the yardage as they make their first playoff debut. The rattlers in a dog fight early but pull away late.
'ziners 28 scourge 16
I am fine with a low-scoring dog-fight. I like the two-score predicted W.
speaking of dog fights 43 jogged memories of one of the greatest fighting anthems of all time.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5aix0qCLP8
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 06, 2018, 07:48:28 pm
Yes Rd it is the best time of year to be playing football at the foot of the mountain. The temp hover in the upper 50's pregame and then plummet to above freezing at kickoff w/ the wind chill coming off the river. It is not uncommon for an icy fog to encompass the field this time of year. It jogged my memory of what has been dubbed "the fog bowl" here in 'zinerville. I'll tell more about that game latter. First though the rattlers are again planning on delivering an old fashioned tail whipping as you said, so feel free to come enjoy the festivities.
Secondly, I don't recall any Dong's, especially any Duck Dong's but there has been a boatload of Yang's straight out of Laos. They are not to be trifled with.
Thirdly, nothing against Shorty Wright but alaskanstorm field just sounds better and more intimidating.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 06, 2018, 07:48:28 pm
Yes Rd it is the best time of year to be playing football at the foot of the mountain. The temp hover in the upper 50's pregame and then plummet to above freezing at kickoff w/ the wind chill coming off the river. It is not uncommon for an icy fog to encompass the field this time of year. It jogged my memory of what has been dubbed "the fog bowl" here in 'zinerville. I'll tell more about that game latter. First though the rattlers are again planning on delivering an old fashioned tail whipping as you said, so feel free to come enjoy the festivities.
Secondly, I don't recall any Dong's, especially any Duck Dong's but there has been a boatload of Yang's straight out of Laos. They are not to be trifled with.
Thirdly, nothing against Shorty Wright but alaskanstorm field just sounds better and more intimidating.
I take it that you are not a fan of John Hughes 80s movies starring Molly Ringwold-Anthony Michael Hall
haven't watched them in years, new it was a movie reference and just went with it. I thought at first you were surprised at my weather forecasting capability. I just took the dog out and what did I find a freezing sleety mist. But I see you just inadvertently hit the post button before responding, using the quote option. Anyway, I take it as an omen, the 'storm requested and the Greek Gods provided. 'ziners roll!!!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 08, 2018, 10:08:49 pm
haven't watched them in years, new it was a movie reference and just went with it. I thought at first you were surprised at my weather forecasting capability. I just took the dog out and what did I find a freezing sleety mist. But I see you just inadvertently hit the post button before responding, using the quote option. Anyway, I take it as an omen, the 'storm requested and the Greek Gods provided. 'ziners roll!!!
Funny good luck tomorrow
good luck as well.
Game Day!
Well to get ready for the game tonight, the 'storm ordered some Bison, eggs and a side of hash browns. Best breakfast the 'storm has had in a while. anyway, Here is a video to help get us through the day. It is were it all began for the majority playing tonight.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vIJ43SKQ7I
So, the question is can the scourge come out and play?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jOk8dk-qaU
The big hits by kids was great. The video with snakes and a message was awesome! ...keep 'em separated... But your breakfast idea was the best.
Almost game time!
Rattlers win 26-6
Well the rattlers took care of business tonight. Someone can correct the storm if i'm wrong but I do believe this win puts the rattlers into the double digits in playoff victories. It also continues the rattlers post season win streak against the scourge to 3-0. I only have access to 2001 and beyond, anything before that someone will have to fill it in. Anyway can't Waite for 24 or 43 to give us a breakdown of the game.
We kicked off. Forced fumble on first play. Long drive for score. 6-0
Big play of the game: Scott runs down Bison on long play and shoves him out at the two yard line. Forced fumble on next play. Two nice drives in second half sandwiched a nice Bison passing drive for a 20-6 lead. Late score for final of 26-6. Hyatt ran hard. Faughn ran hard. Scott ran hard. We shut down their running game. They hit some passes but not enough. We picked off a couple as well. Hyatt was in beast mode even with them keying on him.
Lots of key plays in game...43 mentioned several. Big play by #8 working his way back to ball and making that catch to move the sticks. Faughn balled out on Defense. Shout out to #55. He was a force on D!
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The storm will have to break this one down later. The storm has been contacting his sources but last week I got a call from the Italian. He said "hey I got some tickets to the LSU game, you want to go." I said " sure let's get the good doc to go along and we can find that Cajun with the lower back tatoo." Well it took us awhile but we found him and just as the storm was about to go start talking some trash to that corn dog it happened. Ty Storey took the snap hand off to the right tailback who ran.............,,,,,,,,,,Right into a head on collision with, you know it, the left tailback for a 4 yard loss. After The storm regained composure after laughing for 10 minutes The storm reconsidered his endeavor and returned to the storms seat. However, it is good to know that old "sma Jon" I alive and kicking.
....4....
It may take a Herculean or Long Yang type performance this week. It is playoff time.
That is the way we should play every week anyway. If you want to be the best, you have to be able to beat the best.
Well, the storms sources didn't deliver any good news. They said "not only are your defensive ends going to have to play a lights out game, to prevent Batey from churning up the yardage; as he runs the hillbilly option to the right and left, along with bootleg sprints to both sides. Your D line is going to have to clog up the gaps and keep the line off the backers." Well , the storm was sceptical. Becasue, where the storm comes from a top 3 gets sent packing. A college prospect, well I better not say what happens, let's just say the majority of the time they get exposed. But, the storm had to snap back to reality, this is the 'zine and not the team to the west we're talking about. So I did some research and found some videos and the storm must say he was impressed. Even caused the storm to doubt and retreat a couple days to his safe place.
Which, happens to be down south at the storms cousins Jim Bob and Jimmy Don's place. They are good hearted down to earth people and I always leave feeling better about the storms self. Well after sulking around for an hour or two, JD asks "what's got you down storm? what kind of trouble do we need to get you out of this time?" I replied "no trouble, it is just that the rattlers are facing the gators this week and I just don't see how they pull it off." JB replied "that's it. I think we need to take a boat ride JD, to which JD agreed." We got into the John boat and zipped across the lake when we rounded the corner and there he was. A 13ft 950 gator. The storm watched in amazement as JD approaches the gator; which, was hissing and snapping as JD approached. JB said "watch this. You see how he is controlling the movement taking away it's offensive weapons. You see how JD is controlling the timing needed to grab that gator by the snout and render it useless?" The storm was taking it all in mesmerized shaking his head in agreement. When all of the sudden JD grabbed that gators snout, pulled out his Arkansas toothpick and Dundee'd that monster. Well as we ate fried gator that night, The storm thanked good 'ole JB and JD for putting things back into perspective and helping the storm to remember that the closer you get to Texas the more sissified everything becomes. This got an eye roll from both of them, for some reason, but the storm was back to his old self again.
Now the only question is where to go for motivation required, to inspire the next 'ziner unsung hero; which, leads to the next legend of a Shabaaz, a Logan, a May, a Ray, a Chambers or a coach Jones. The storm believes he know where to go for that inspiration and we will get to that later.
Good stuff. I really like the motivational stuff myself.
Legends. Our school has its share. Who steps up to make a legendary win over the #1 ranked Gators Friday night. That is the stuff I'm looking for in our athletes. We beat Kenneth Dixon and company once upon a time (that is another Long Yang story; btw, Dixon was in beast mode just like Long Yang that night in Magazine; Dixon had more yardage, but Long Yang won the battle!). Time to step up against the best in the state this year. Batey is incredible. Just got to play great, mistake-free football. Who will be that hero?
I enjoyed hanging out and watching the hogs with the storm. He even wore an Alaska beanie. Classic Storm!!
We decided the Hogs could pay us 2 million and we could win 2 games. Even though I'm not sure we could recruit like they do.
We definately could draw up a play were our two running backs run head first into each other. Shot I think we could do that for 100k.
And the beanie is made of muskox wool, straight out of Alaska. Warmest dang beanie you could own.
So, where did the storm decide to go? Right back to the beginning, which is what the storm does when doing any kind of trouble shooting. That takes us back to where this thread started. The date 11-19-2010, the strong bulldogs and Kenneth Dixon had invaded the pit. We all know how the game started with Long Yang catching a 50 bomb off a helmet deflection and as HF stated "getting bent over backwards and popping right back up," building a comfortable half time lead. Now let's get into the second half.
Well the strong Coach made some adjustments at half and put the game all in Dixon's hands. Dixon rose to the occasion and sliced his way through the rattler D bring the bulldogs back to within 2 points 26-28. When with 4:32 in the forth quarter, it happened. The bulldogs were driving at the rattler 47 yard line when Long Yang decided it was time to do some back bending of his own. on the next play Dixon took the snap and ran the hillbilly option to the right. The Rattler's Mouaaa strung out the play towards the sidelines; when out of nowhere, Long Yang blindsided Dixon so hard both of Dixon's shoulders were the first things to hit the ground. The ball was on the ground. Ball, ball, ball, ball ,ball and Chambers was on it like Flash Gordon. Well, after Day moved the chains on 3rd and 3; Chambers took to the air, heaving the ball to the back right corner of the end zone. Long Yang was on the Post Flag, when he notice the ball was under thrown and Dixon was making a bee line for the interception. As the ball was coming down, Long Yang jumped, reached over Dixon, tipped the ball back towards himself and caught the ball for Six, falling to the ground. The rattler D rejuvenated stopped the Bulldog final drive when on 4th and 3, Long Yang on a corner Blitz tied up Dixon in the backfield until Dority and Chambers were able to finish Dixon off. Rattlers 34 strong 26. The 'storm shooked his magic 8 ball. asked, "Will this be the type of effort the rattlers put out this week?" The response "All indications point to absolutely." I tell you what, with the storms trip down south, to the magic 8 ball, this week has really done a complete 180. Rattlers in a shocker 28-24
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 14, 2018, 08:58:02 am
So, where did the storm decide to go? Right back to the beginning, which is what the storm does when doing any kind of trouble shooting. That takes us back to where this thread started. The date 11-19-2010, the strong bulldogs and Kenneth Dixon had invaded the pit. We all know how the game started with Long Yang catching a 50 bomb off a helmet deflection and as HF stated "getting bent over backwards and popping right back up," building a comfortable half time lead. Now let's get into the second half.
Well the strong Coach made some adjustments at half and put the game all in Dixon's hands. Dixon rose to the occasion and sliced his way through the rattler D bring the bulldogs back to within 2 points 26-28. When with 4:32 in the forth quarter, it happened. The bulldogs were driving at the rattler 47 yard line when Long Yang decided it was time to do some back bending of his own. on the next play Dixon took the snap and ran the hillbilly option to the right. The Rattler's Mouaaa strung out the play towards the sidelines; when out of nowhere, Long Yang blindsided Dixon so hard both of Dixon's shoulders were the first things to hit the ground. The ball was on the ground. Ball, ball, ball, ball ,ball and Chambers was on it like Flash Gordon. Well, after Day moved the chains on 3rd and 3; Chambers took to the air, heaving the ball to the back right corner of the end zone. Long Yang was on the Post Flag, when he notice the ball was under thrown and Dixon was making a bee line for the interception. As the ball was coming down, Long Yang jumped, reached over Dixon, tipped the ball back towards himself and caught the ball for Six, falling to the ground. The rattler D rejuvenated stopped the Bulldog final drive when on 4th and 3, Long Yang on a corner Blitz tied up Dixon in the backfield until Dority and Chambers were able to finish Dixon off. Rattlers 34 strong 26. The 'storm shooked his magic 8 ball. asked, "Will this be the type of effort the rattlers put out this week?" The response "All indications point to absolutely." I tell you what, with the storms trip down south, to the magic 8 ball, this week has really done a complete 180. Rattlers in a shocker 28-24
That 2010 team was one of the best I've seen at any level and I mean TEAM. Danville probably was the best team that year but Magazine played better as a unit especially in the Title game. That year WYC was sandwiched between both those schools. Danville has been strong for a long time, and Magazine recently. Magazine started out like WYC I even think Jones had an 0-10 team. My question is how do those towns do so well but WYC keeps trying to hang on to football? Those three districts almost seem to criss cross and it's going to be a struggle for them to ever gain a lot of traction. Good luck btw this week Rattler fans
Western Yell is much smaller than Danville and Magazine. They have trouble with numbers partly because a lot of their good athletes move out early in school.
Quote from: MisterSneed on November 14, 2018, 12:50:11 pm
That 2010 team was one of the best I've seen at any level and I mean TEAM. Danville probably was the best team that year but Magazine played better as a unit especially in the Title game. That year WYC was sandwiched between both those schools. Danville has been strong for a long time, and Magazine recently. Magazine started out like WYC I even think Jones had an 0-10 team. My question is how do those towns do so well but WYC keeps trying to hang on to football? Those three districts almost seem to criss cross and it's going to be a struggle for them to ever gain a lot of traction. Good luck btw this week Rattler fans
I prefer 11 man football but in my honest opinion magazine, wyc, and Jcw on a year to year basis are better suited for 8 man football. Magazine has to Waite for those years when they have two or three classes back to back with the right mixture of position players. When that doesn't happen you have to play what your delt and a lot of the time that means playing kids out of position out of necessity. Wyc being closer to Danville and Dardanell probably loses their better athletes to those schools a c9 indicate they leave. Which wouldn't be hard considering a lot of the parents probably drive through those town for their jobs.
Magazine has Paris and Booneville as a alternate considerate. Paris right now from what I've been told is not a better decision academically or athletically. So that leaves Booneville and it is unheard of for a kid to leave the 'zine and contribute to the team from the west.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 14, 2018, 03:51:30 pm
I prefer 11 man football but in my honest opinion magazine, wyc, and Jcw on a year to year basis are better suited for 8 man football. Magazine has to Waite for those years when they have two or three classes back to back with the right mixture of position players. When that doesn't happen you have to play what your delt and a lot of the time that means playing kids out of position out of necessity. Wyc being closer to Danville and Dardanell probably loses their better athletes to those schools a c9 indicate they leave. Which wouldn't be hard considering a lot of the parents probably drive through those town for their jobs.
Magazine has Paris and Booneville as a alternate considerate. Paris right now from what I've been told is not a better decision academically or athletically. So that leaves Booneville and it is unheard of for a kid to leave the 'zine and contribute to the team from the west.
Contribute is the key word here. We have had some come and try but they usually quit.
Trey Holloway, Josh Holloway, Cory Abrahamson, TJ Hoover, Glen Schmitt, Brad Schmitt, James Jones, Clyde Diamond are a few of the many Magazine kids who moved and contributed. Most of it was before we started football. I was happy to watch most of them play and be very successful. Good folks. We have few defectors for sports Not sure I can name any who moved there and quit but I'm sure it has happened.
Back to our season. Biggest game in 5 years on the horizon. Excitement abounds.
sorry 43, I can't believe I let someone from wyc derail the thread. Back to the task at hand this week the 🐊. Will be interesting to see who steps forward and lives up to the challenge. Rattler Coil!!!
Pride reminds me of mt ida and their posters have been dissing the rattlers so i'm Boycotting.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 14, 2018, 08:58:02 am
So, where did the storm decide to go? Right back to the beginning, which is what the storm does when doing any kind of trouble shooting. That takes us back to where this thread started. The date 11-19-2010, the strong bulldogs and Kenneth Dixon had invaded the pit. We all know how the game started with Long Yang catching a 50 bomb off a helmet deflection and as HF stated "getting bent over backwards and popping right back up," building a comfortable half time lead. Now let's get into the second half.
Well the strong Coach made some adjustments at half and put the game all in Dixon's hands. Dixon rose to the occasion and sliced his way through the rattler D bring the bulldogs back to within 2 points 26-28. When with 4:32 in the forth quarter, it happened. The bulldogs were driving at the rattler 47 yard line when Long Yang decided it was time to do some back bending of his own. on the next play Dixon took the snap and ran the hillbilly option to the right. The Rattler's Mouaaa strung out the play towards the sidelines; when out of nowhere, Long Yang blindsided Dixon so hard both of Dixon's shoulders were the first things to hit the ground. The ball was on the ground. Ball, ball, ball, ball ,ball and Chambers was on it like Flash Gordon. Well, after Day moved the chains on 3rd and 3; Chambers took to the air, heaving the ball to the back right corner of the end zone. Long Yang was on the Post Flag, when he notice the ball was under thrown and Dixon was making a bee line for the interception. As the ball was coming down, Long Yang jumped, reached over Dixon, tipped the ball back towards himself and caught the ball for Six, falling to the ground. The rattler D rejuvenated stopped the Bulldog final drive when on 4th and 3, Long Yang on a corner Blitz tied up Dixon in the backfield until Dority and Chambers were able to finish Dixon off. Rattlers 34 strong 26. The 'storm shooked his magic 8 ball. asked, "Will this be the type of effort the rattlers put out this week?" The response "All indications point to absolutely." I tell you what, with the storms trip down south, to the magic 8 ball, this week has really done a complete 180. Rattlers in a shocker 28-24
Another great game in the annals of Rattler lore. I believe it will take some outstanding, gutsy, and sound performances for us to win against the defending champs. Buts that's why we play the games. Which Rattlers move into our hall of legends this Friday; who steps up?
Monumental task indeed 43. However, these are the type of games were the hard work finally pays off and the rattlers get their chance to take the stage. The rattlers have to show up, so they might as well lay it all on the line and play over their heads. Don't pay attention to the shoulder jukes, focus on and put their helmets in the midsection, wrap up and Waite on the pursuit to finish the play off if needed.
On offense the two big uns are going to have to have the best game of their young careers and control the game. Monumental yes, Vegas odds stacked against yes, victory obtainable absolutely, it is why you play the game. Rattlers shock!!! 28-24
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 15, 2018, 07:44:02 am
Monumental task indeed 43. However, these are the type of games were the hard work finally pays off and the rattlers get their chance to take the stage. The rattlers have to show up, so they might as well lay it all on the line and play over their heads. Don't pay attention to the shoulder jukes, focus on and put their helmets in the midsection, wrap up and Waite on the pursuit to finish the play off if needed.
On offense the two big uns are going to have to have the best game of their young careers and control the game. Monumental yes, Vegas odds stacked against yes, victory obtainable absolutely, it is why you play the game. Rattlers shock!!! 28-24
You guys should consider a facebook live/youtube sportscaster spoof..... play by play the game
If it provides more opportunity to showcase the Tales of Long Yang while talking Rattler sports, I will take it into consideration.
What is this Facebook you speak of DNA? Anyway more about the game. This is the 'storms favorite type of game. The rattlers are out athleted across the board, smaller, slower and yet the 'storm knows the rattlers will play above their potential and come out of the fourth quarter victorious!!
43 and 24, I don't know if I'm just overly psyched for this game or if it was the Nyquil I had to drink to get any sleep last night. But, I had a vision and in this vision the spirit of Long Yang descended out of the sky and possessed The Tatum Scott. on the first gator offensive possession, they Ran the hillbilly option off the right side. Scott Out of nowhere, screaming banzai, rocked Batey caused a fumble, scoop and score rattler. The 'storm is feeling good about this game fellas. And when the rattlers pull it off tonight, it will be official, the rattlers will be on another Championship March. Rattlers roll!!!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 16, 2018, 06:11:11 am
43 and 24, I don't know if I'm just overly psyched for this game or if it was the Nyquil I had to drink to get any sleep last night. But, I had a vision and in this vision the spirit of Long Yang descended out of the sky and possessed The Tatum Scott. on the first gator offensive possession, they Ran the hillbilly option off the right side. Scott Out of nowhere, screaming banzai, rocked Batey caused a fumble, scoop and score rattler. The 'storm is feeling good about this game fellas. And when the rattlers pull it off tonight, it will be official, the rattlers will be on another Championship March. Rattlers roll!!!
Rattlers roll!!! a round ball
Football never ends in the 'zine, it is a year around sport you have football season, football offseason and weight conditioning, spring football and finally summer 7 on 7 football. There are no other sports at the foot of the mountain. And the rattlers are determined to be playing in next weeks third round.
Hope these visions are foreshadowing. Love your vision of tonight's game. More home playoff games would be great.
It is Game Day folks! Let's get ready to roll into Foreman and execute a great game plan.
"Who got that Rattler Pride..."
I've got that Rattler Pride!!
While I am an avid football fan, I must disagree with your second sentence in the previous post. :) You know where I stand! ;D Be great at everything!! 8) I agree that weights and conditioning should never end. Your west Logan County influences are showing. ;D ;D ;D But I love the intensity!
So Rattler fans, start getting ready to rock and roll all the way to southwest Arkansas and watch some Rattler playoff football!!! It is Game Day!!!
Gameday baby!!
Kinda hate too see this thread come too and end tonight .. lots of good story's.
Come to an end, the 'storm doesn't think so. This story has just begun. Rattlers bringing da wood!!!
Umhumm
Fun thread indeed.....
I know a skeptic, you'll believe after tonight though cc6. The rattlers are transforming back into the powerhouse everyone knows they should be.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 16, 2018, 02:40:47 pm
I know a skeptic, you'll believe after tonight though cc6. The rattlers are transforming back into the powerhouse everyone knows they should be.
Love the enthusiasm!! Remember though, HUMBLE pie is made with CROW!!
This thread has been entertaining for sure but in 7 or 8 hours I'm afraid this thread will be dead!!!
The 'storm never eats crow. Either way tonight the 'storm is going to fry up the rest of the gator meat, his cousins sent up, wash it down with a couple bottles of Krystal and call into work sick in the morning.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 16, 2018, 02:52:42 pm
The 'storm never eats crow. Either way tonight the 'storm is going to fry up the rest of the gator meat, his cousins sent up, wash it down with a couple bottles of Krystal and call into work sick in the morning.
There is no doubt that you guys will be eating something tonight but my bet is that it will be CROW!
You guys are VERY entertaining though!! Hate to see it end!
Well good luck tonight but I do believe your gonna be vastly disappointed GB.
You may call in sick but it will be because your heartbroken lol.
No, I will be because it is gonna be like it is 1999 up in here.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 16, 2018, 02:40:47 pm
I know a skeptic, you'll believe after tonight though cc6. The rattlers are transforming back into the powerhouse everyone knows they should be.
The staff definitely has the Rattlers moving back in the right direction. A lot of key parts coming back for next season.
Well, it was a roller coaster year for the young rattlers. That was to be expected though of a program returning to prominence. The rattlers took the best the hornets had to offer. They ended the wildcats conference winning streak and look to reset the cats home winning streak next year. Stumbled to Lavaca still trying to figure that one out but the rattlers get revenge next year and maybe when da 'burg comes into town the rattlers will be lucky enough to get a white hat to crash through the rattlers victory line. I don't think the rattlers will need any help though the dragons weren't the same after the hector loss and the fact remains they still have not won an outright conference championship ever; which, is what the rattlers plan on doing next year as they make their March back to the playoffs.
Speaking of playoffs the rattlers still are the only team from the 4-2a to make a deep playoff recently. Oops, sorry WCA, your cats did make runs back in the 90's I forgot. Anyway the rattlers streak against the scourge extended to 3 in a row. Then after getting behind 14 points quickly to the defending state champs , on their home turf, the rattlers made a stand. The rattlers fought back to come within one Td and the gators were unable to put the rattlers away until late in the fourth quarter. And despite the game being decided with 4 minutes left. The rattlers were able to put it together for one more score. It was a year in which a great foundation was laid for the next two years.
So with that I'll leave it to 43 and 24 to submit the following end of season Long Yang Awards.
LY Offensive Player of the year
LY Defensive Player of the year
LY Offensive Lineman of the year
LY Defensive Lineman of the year
LY Special Teams Player of the year
LY Offensive and defensive Plays of the year
And lastly The Long Yang Head Hunter of the Year Award
I know 43 will be on top of this. 24 is a data guy will probably rewatch the game films 3 or 4 time to make sure his decisions are legit. I'll give him 3-4 weeks before I lock the thread down. Football season weights and conditioning starts Monday, look for great advancements this season, continuing to close the gap with the upper tier state wide.
The ' storm is out
Boat Drinks 'ziner nation
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 17, 2018, 08:30:13 am
Well, it was a roller coaster year for the young rattlers. That was to be expected though of a program returning to prominence. The rattlers took the best the hornets had to offer. They ended the wildcats conference winning streak and look to reset the cats home winning streak next year. Stumbled to Lavaca still trying to figure that one out but the rattlers get revenge next year and maybe when da 'burg comes into town the rattlers will be lucky enough to get a white hat to crash through the rattlers victory line. I don't think the rattlers will need any help though the dragons weren't the same after the hector loss and the fact remains they still have not won an outright conference championship ever; which, is what the rattlers plan on doing next year as they make their March back to the playoffs.
Speaking of playoffs the rattlers still are the only team from the 4-2a to make a deep playoff recently. Oops, sorry WCA, your cats did make runs back in the 90's I forgot. Anyway the rattlers streak against the scourge extended to 3 in a row. Then after getting behind 14 points quickly to the defending state champs , on their home turf, the rattlers made a stand. The rattlers fought back to come within one Td and the gators were unable to put the rattlers away until late in the fourth quarter. And despite the game being decided with 4 minutes left. The rattlers were able to put it together for one more score. It was a year in which a great foundation was laid for the next two years.
So with that I'll leave it to 43 and 24 to submit the following end of season Long Yang Awards.
LY Offensive Player of the year
LY Defensive Player of the year
LY Offensive Lineman of the year
LY Defensive Lineman of the year
LY Special Teams Player of the year
LY Offensive and defensive Plays of the year
And lastly The Long Yang Head Hunter of the Year Award
I know 43 will be on top of this. 24 is a data guy will probably rewatch the game films 3 or 4 time to make sure his decisions are legit. I'll give him 3-4 weeks before I lock the thread down. Football season weights and conditioning starts Monday, look for great advancements this season, continuing to close the gap with the upper tier state wide.
The ' storm is out
Boat Drinks 'ziner nation
Actually Hector has played after Thanksgiving 2 times in the past 6 years. In 2013 and 2015
LY Offensive Player of the year Caleb Hyatt
LY Defensive Player of the year Kobe Faughn
LY Offensive Lineman of the year William King
LY Defensive Lineman of the year Bryce McDowell
LY Special Teams Player of the year Tatum Scott
LY Offensive and defensive Plays of the year Hyatt slinging Batey off him after the catch. Scott pick six against Foreman. But the goal line stand against Hackett got our season turned around.
And lastly The Long Yang Head Hunter of the Year Award Caleb Hyatt (delivered hits on offense too following in the footsteps of Long Yang, Earl Campbell, and Walter Payton.)
This past weekend back in the old stomping grounds, I stopped into the hwy 10 cafe and had my usual ham and cheese omelet w/ salsa on the side. As I was getting ready to devour my meal, I heard the door chime followed by a boisterous "storm." I didn't have to turn around to know who it was, good ole 24. I responded "how you been? Its been a while." 24 then proceed to tell me the rattlers spring football went great. The rattlers had some receivers step up and they are going to really open it up this year through the air, allowing their two big uns ample opportunity to get to the second level, ala 2009. 24 then told me the rattlers had 11 kids achieve the 1000 lb club and considering the school only had money for three stations Bench, dead lift, and clings is quite the accomplishment. 24 then finished it off saying "storm we are really going to have some fun this year." All of which I must admit sounded pretty impressive but I had to remind him "24 that sounds great and all but I am retired. And there is no coming back from a retirement match, lost during wrestling week, those things are iron clad." 24 then told me "43 was working on finding a legal loop hole." Which made me laugh not going to happen. But I did leave 24 with these final words. "If the rattlers are going to make a run at it. This is the year and they better come ready to play with consistency from game one because their fate is going to be decided early during the first half the season." I also had to leave 24 with a little bad news for rattler nation, I got from one of my sources (someone in real-estate) in the town to the west. Who told me they had information "that after this upcoming year's rattler playoff run. The one and only TS was planning a legitimate move to the west and play where all the rattler greats before him have played. My source, Also told me he was really stoked to help the future two-time defending state champions defend their title streak. I was told he might try to take KF as well." But that is next year, better stay focused on this year. This whole conversation reminded me I didn't lock the thread down.
I never tire of reading your posts.
How many Rattler starters will be seniors this year?
Not for sure, but it should include:
Hyatt
Yang
Hall
Vang
Trejo
McDowell
Underclassmen should include:
Scott
Faughn
King
Raggio
Angel
Droemer
Nicholas
Thurman
Frederick
Is faughn the faster back that scored on Hector?
He does have some speed, but is a bruising/punishing runner like Hyatt. Scott, Yang, and Vang are the faster ones. Not certain who did most of the scoring that game.
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on July 15, 2019, 10:59:05 am
How many Rattler starters will be seniors this year?
Around 5
Quote from: HorseFeathers on July 15, 2019, 08:05:37 pm
Is faughn the faster back that scored on Hector?
I cant remember if Kobe Faughn scored against Hector. He wears #20. Tatum Scott #5 scored on around a 50 yard run and again on a 25 ish yard run.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on July 06, 2019, 07:58:11 pm
This past weekend back in the old stomping grounds, I stopped into the hwy 10 cafe and had my usual ham and cheese omelet w/ salsa on the side. As I was getting ready to devour my meal, I heard the door chime followed by a boisterous "storm." I didn't have to turn around to know who it was, good ole 24. I responded "how you been? Its been a while." 24 then proceed to tell me the rattlers spring football went great. The rattlers had some receivers step up and they are going to really open it up this year through the air, allowing their two big uns ample opportunity to get to the second level, ala 2009. 24 then told me the rattlers had 11 kids achieve the 1000 lb club and considering the school only had money for three stations Bench, dead lift, and clings is quite the accomplishment. 24 then finished it off saying "storm we are really going to have some fun this year." All of which I must admit sounded pretty impressive but I had to remind him "24 that sounds great and all but I am retired. And there is no coming back from a retirement match, lost during wrestling week, those things are iron clad." 24 then told me "43 was working on finding a legal loop hole." Which made me laugh not going to happen. But I did leave 24 with these final words. "If the rattlers are going to make a run at it. This is the year and they better come ready to play with consistency from game one because their fate is going to be decided early during the first half the season." I also had to leave 24 with a little bad news for rattler nation, I got from one of my sources (someone in real-estate) in the town to the west. Who told me they had information "that after this upcoming year's rattler playoff run. The one and only TS was planning a legitimate move to the west and play where all the rattler greats before him have played. My source, Also told me he was really stoked to help the future two-time defending state champions defend their title streak. I was told he might try to take KF as well." But that is next year, better stay focused on this year. This whole conversation reminded me I didn't lock the thread down.
transfer........Bahahahahahaha! Id die first ;)
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on July 15, 2019, 10:01:57 pm
I cant remember if Kobe Faughn scored against Hector. He wears #20. Tatum Scott #5 scored on around a 50 yard run and again on a 25 ish yard run.
Scott is who I'm thinking of!
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on July 15, 2019, 10:14:21 pm
transfer........Bahahahahahaha! Id die first ;)
I know it was a shock when I first broke the news but I hate to say i've Found out it is almost a done deal. My source told me it was supposed to happen this year along with Big H but he got cold feet. It was actually an amazingly ingenuous plan. Big H who will be 18 by aug 1 was going to move out of his parents house, get a part time job in the town to the west and acquire housing. While this was going on TS and KF we're going the route of Macaulay Culkin. When finalized Big H was going to adopt TS and KF. Done deal legitimate move. I don't know what happened, maybe when the realization of following in the footsteps of the previous rattler greats the pressure set in. It is my understanding that TS and KF are bound and determine to follow in those footsteps though. I've been told someone in one of their families is going to sign over a house at no cost and it will be done. You can't blame them for wanting to pursue greatness 24.
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on July 15, 2019, 10:14:21 pm
transfer........Bahahahahahaha! Id die first ;)
Most Rattler greats I've known over the past 35 years preferred greatness at Magazine East over transferring to Magazine West.
When you've got that Rattler Pride you don't go West for the pending Bearcat SLIDE!!!
I have to give it to you king and 43; heck, I'll even throw in 24 as well. Even though I think 24 has been shocked into silence by the deceitfully cunning plan exposed last week. Despite how warped y'alls perceptions of rattler history have become. But I'm on official business.
Most people don't know about the rattler tradition which takes place on the first and second Thursdays in November. It happens the old rail road behind the gymnasium at exactly 1111 on those two Thursday nights. It is on those nights, one of the players is chosen to go head to head in a game of chicken against The Magazine Ghost Train. What is the ghost train?
Glad you asked.
It starts out as a dull red light eventually transforming into a blinding manifestation about 47 yards down the track. Building up power before coming down the track screaming woo-woo Woo-woo going at a top rate of 35 mph. The chosen one takes his position on the track and prepares the Muleta for the show down; who at the last second must decide to train dodge or stand his ground ole'ing the train as it rushes by. However, Last year was a first as the chosen one, number 24, was neither able to ole' or dodge the train and got clobbered with a ka-plak. As the red light hovered above him, a hand reached through the light to help him up and said you should have dodged; number 65 taking off a miner's helmet.
Why you ask? I can only respond "it is magazine folks, it just expected."
Good luck on the season 'ziners.
Glad I checked FF before falling asleep...
OK, so factor out our homer prejudice, and where do you think the Rattlers finish this season?
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on July 24, 2019, 12:46:07 pm
OK, so factor out our homer prejudice, and where do you think the Rattlers finish this season?
I think they'll battle for the conference crown with Mnt Burt and Hector....
I'll say this: if they can't stop the inside running game, MHS will give them a long night.
Good luck to them Rattlers!!!! I think they are flying a little under the radar. I would like to keep it that way..
So, yesterday The Storm got a call from an unidentified number; usually these calls go straight to the blocked list. But since is said "Magazine, AR" The Storm figured it might be a family emergency or depending on which branch of the family some kinfolks needing bail money.
"Hello?" "Storm! You won't believe how awesome the first weeks of practices have gone! Hyatt and Vaughn are bulldozing everyone who gets in their path! That is if anyone even touches them with McDowell and King ripping holes the size of Volkswagens in the defensive line! And then you have Scott throwing bombs to the trio of Yang, Vang, and Hall!"
The Storm instantly knew it was 24 "That is great and all but first off, how did you get this number it is UNLISTED!!!!!!"
"Not important" he replied and continued "But most importantly Coach P finally installed a punt return team. You have Hyatt and Faughn lead blocking for Scott and Hall. No more watching the ball hit the ground and roll giving up field position. It is TOUCHDOWN CITY!!"
"Well to be honest The Storm's is a bit perturbed not knowing how you got this number but that is great news about Coach P finally getting his Punt Return plays installed int the game plan. It only took seven years, so I imagine it is somewhat complex and should put some points on the board. But that doesn't change the fact The Storm is retired!!! The rattlers are just gonna have to man up and have a winning season without The Storm."
"First off Storm those 'Burg guys probably don't even remember the bet. Secondly, why would you keep your word to people who don't respect you? They Don't respect you Storm" The Storm immediately recognized this tactic. It was how DX got S. Michaels to come out of retirement and take on the Undertaker at Wrestle Mania.
However, The Storm's new found ethical compass is unwavering. "Listen The Storm knows da 'Burg posters probably don't remember the bet. Heck, The Storm is confident DV is the only halfway smart one of the bunch; But, The Storm is not going to be coaxed out of retirement, The Storm has standards. Good luck with season 24. You and 43 will have to do the preseason awards watch list on your own buddy; Because, The Storm is still Retired. DON'T CALL AGAIN!!!" Needless to say, The Storm has come to the conclusion after all the messages and now phone calls; That to enjoy retirement it is time to disconnect the phone and internet. Good luck with the season 'Ziners.
Say it ain't so .... Rattler Nation appreciates football knowledge and humor, especially Tales of Long Yang ...
Preseason awards watch list:
2A-4 POTY Caleb Hyatt
OPOTY Caleb Hyatt
DPOTY Kobe Faughn
STPOTY Tatum Scott
Off Lineman of the Year William King
Def Lineman of the Year Bryce McDowell
Coach of the Year Doug Powell
Playoff MVP Xeng Yang
Most Improved TsimNeej Vang
Outstanding Receiver Jacob Hall
Sophomore of the Year Ashton Droemer
Newcomer of the Year Kaedon Trejo
After posting on the 11th, the 'Storm took his cell phone and all his electronic gizmos and tossed them into the dark corner of the attic. Then tonight the 'Storm received an affirmation which forever changes things in Logan County. Well, not really changes anything, just a recognition of something most of us already knew.
the 'Storm was finally settling into retirement life, being free from the constant daily interruptions and annoyances from the rattler faithful. Tonight the 'Storm was watching Steve Martin's Classic "The Jerk," when towards the end of the movie I hear my wife's phone ring in the kitchen. She put the Chicken Parmesan into the oven to bake and the 'Storm heard the following.
"Hello?" "The storm?" At this point the 'storm has started to go into full nuclear meltdown. Reacting to my obvious aggravation the wife gives the 'storm a look of "This one is Cuckoo" and then continues "Mrs 43, okay?" with a i don't know shoulder shrug in my direction. The 'Storm immediately responds with a palm to his forehead. "Mr 43 has something to say to the storm, okay?" and looks towards me and telepathically asks "What do I do? please help this is crazy!" So I motion for her to bring me the phone. "Hold on I'm going to give the phone to my husband maybe he knows how to get ahold of this storm you speak of" then she silently says "WOW!" as she starts my way.
As my wife starts walking the 19 yards from the kitchen, the 'Storm can already hear the voice coming through the phone and it would be accurate to say it belongs to someone just as annoyed as the 'Storm was. The 'storm took the phone with a "Yeess?" Mrs 43 replied "Mr 43 has something to say to you 'Storm, here." and I hear the rustle of the phone. After a long period of silence the 'Storm proceeded "listen 43 I hope this is good because I just missed the last 10 minutes of The Jerk and RFD TV is fixing to start a Red Skelton marathon." That is when the 'Storm heard the following.
"Flipping Heck, 43! All you've done since the 'storm has retired is mope around and talk about how the rattlers have never had a good season without him. You found your legal loophole so just say it!!!" Then the 'storm heard the following mumble "There is really only one season in Magazine and that is football season." "Say again I could barely hear you. I think your signal was breaking up 43." This time 43 was louder "There is really only one season at the foot of the mountain and that is football season. Therefore, the rattler's season never ends it is continual." The 'Storm was speechless, 43 had done it. He actually found a legal loophole by stating the facts right in front of him and on any other day this would have been enough but the 'Storm felt like rolling the dice. "Is that it 43, nothing else?" Thats when 43 stated the following "The Booneville Bearcats have the best sports teams and rule Logan County" which on its own would have been enough to bring the 'storm out of retirement. Again speechless, the 'Storm could only muster two words "Done Deal" and hung up.
The wife hearing the conversation looked at the 'Storm and said "all y'all need to be institutionalized."
Folks it is RATTLER TIME!!!! ROLL 'ZINERS!!!!!
Love it!! But, as you know, I am a stat freak and an assessment type of personality. Hoping I didn't rush this:
Logan County Sports Teams ranking for past 5-10 years.
Magazine Booneville Paris Scranton Subiaco
WGolf 2 1 4 3
MGolf 2 1 4 3 2
WCross Country 1 3 4 2
MCross Country 1 3 4 5 2
Football 2 1 3 4
WBasketball 3 4 2 1
MBasketball 3 4 2 5 1
Volleyball 2 1
WTrack 1 3 2 4
MTrack 1 2 3 5 4
Baseball 2 1 3 4
Softball 3 2 4 1
Weightlifting 2 1
23/12= 1.9 28/13= 2.2 36/12= 3.0 33/10= 3.3 13/5= 2.6
Logan County Sports Teams ranking for past 2 years.
Magazine Booneville Paris Scranton Subiaco
WGolf 2 1 4 5
MGolf 2 1 4 4
WCross Country 1 3 4 2
MCross Country 1 3 4 5 2
Football 2 1 3 4
WBasketball 3 4 2 1
MBasketball 2 1 4 5 3
Volleyball 2 1
WTrack 1 3 2 4
MTrack 1 2 3 5 4
Baseball 2 1 3 4
Softball 4 2 3 1
Weightlifting 2 1
23/12= 1.916 25/13= 1.923 37/12= 3.1 36/10= 3.6 13/4= 3.2
These didn't quite paste right. But, they are my rankings of county sports programs/teams based upon my limited knowledge of each. Magazine comes in with the best scores (of course!).
So, if you ever hear me spout that Booneville Bearcats have the best sports teams and rule Logan County, just come check on me, please. They rule the football field most of the time and are a dominant weightlifting crew (along with that great golf team that year). Paris rules volleyball. Magazine has ruled track and cross country. Each has had some basketball success although historically speaking, Scranton has the best tradition. Baseball belongs to Booneville recently, but over time has been a Rattler staple with Scranton having some great teams about 20 years ago.
Yes. You hooked me with your tale and you knew I would respond. Mrs. 'storm is most likely correct. Yes. It is Rattler Time! (as long as the 'storm helps us out). But, (just for the 'storm, if you look on the 3A Bulletin Board, I have picked Booneville to roll as well.
Quote from: MICHAELSPAPPY on July 24, 2019, 12:46:07 pm
OK, so factor out our homer prejudice, and where do you think the Rattlers finish this season?
Well, the 'storm just read a new sports source who is reporting da 'burg is returning 12 offensive and 12 defensive starters from last year. So the Rattlers are going to have some ground to make up. But in the spirit of being completely non biased, the 'storm pulled out his D and D dice and did some rolling. The results Rattlers and hector 1-2, da 'burg 3, lavaca 4 and hacket 5.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on August 16, 2019, 05:00:02 pm
Well, the 'storm just read a new sports source who is reporting da 'burg is returning 12 offensive and 12 defensive starters from last year. So the Rattlers are going to have some ground to make up. But in the spirit of being completely non biased, the 'storm pulled out his D and D dice and did some rolling. The results Rattlers and hector 1-2, da 'burg 3, lavaca 4 and hacket 5.
^^^^^
;D ;D
Magazine
Hector
Mtburg
Hackett
Lavaca
Westside
With Hector and Mtburg a toss up.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on August 16, 2019, 05:08:06 pm
Magazine
Hector
Mtburg
Hackett
Lavaca
Westside
With Hector and Mtburg a toss up.
That is exactly how I have it too.... If I looked at the AAA benefit games/scrimmages on their website it says Magazine plays Cedarville in their scrimmage. I know scrimmages only mean so much since back ups tend to play more and the format of the scrimmage is even different than a real game sometimes, but it will be good to see how Magazine's run game does against Cedarville when the first units are up against each other as well as Cedarville likes to run a lot too on the edges like Mountainburg does a lot. Whatever time the first units get against each other will be a good baseline judgment for you all cause Mountainburg plays Cedarville a couple weeks later. Your scrimmage could be at least a small indicator of how the Rattlers can fair against Mtburg and Hector after you see the Cedarville/Mountainburg result in a couple weeks to compare.
Top three in the 2-4A will have some good battles and be cut above Hackett and Lavaca.... although Hackett and Lavaca always have enough athletes usually to make things interesting.
Not rushed at all 43. It is just good to be back talking football. To be honest retirement was getting to be boring.
But I've been thinking about how to really maximize the potency of the rattler's offense. I think the rattlers should ditch the wing-t this season and work primarily out of the stacked I or off set I. With Faughn as the full back and Hyatt as the feature back. Put Yang as the hybrid hb/slot receiver in constant motion for jet sweeps. Then you got Hall and Vang as the outside receivers. This would play to all the rattlers strengths. 1 gets the two biguns north and south faster. 2 scot running misdirection and the option 3 the speedster yang a constant threat to get to the edges 4 hall and vang catching bombs off play action to the big guys....Maybe 24 could give us some insight into wether or not this could happen.
I have to admit the 'storm has some reservation but i'll address them later this weekend.
Any possibility of picking up a couple more games with the openings being developed because of teams moving to 8 man or dropping football completely?
Was hoping to fill one or both but looks highly unlikely.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on August 16, 2019, 05:25:29 pm
Was hoping to fill one or both but looks highly unlikely.
That stinks to hear, but just is the nature of the beast of being at a small school in football in the modern times so nothing anyone could really do. In the 2020 and 2021 season even though the 4-2A is spread way out for travel, at least everyone has stable and solid programs. Should create some quality and competitive football all the way down to the 6 or 7 seed even those years and most importantly no worries outside of maybe JC Westside dropping although I don't think they will for a while at least. So hopefully this won't arise again for a while for you. It's a tough bind to be in where you just really have your hands tied behind your back with such little non conference flexibility compared to the non football sports.
Agreed. Hoping Westside can avoid going 8-man.
the 'Storm agrees with bb shortened seasons stink and to alleviate the disadvantage I suggest the following: Treat the scrimmage like Chuck-town used to treat the B-town scrimmage. Play to win, don't take the starters out, count the stats into the players yearly totals and if the rattlers loss a game this year just replace it with the scrimmage win, for their overall record. That is how Chuck-town used to do it.
The main thing that has gotten the 'storm concerned is how the coaches didn't have the player ready at the beginning of last year. The Rattlers tumbled out of the gate to a 0 and 2 start. The 'storm doesn't know what was going on. Maybe 2 or 3 last minute fishing trips before school started, who knows for sure but one thing was for sure the team was not prepared. luckily last year the rattlers had a 2 game home stretch to offset the slow start. That is not the case this year. If the rattlers starts 0-3 or 1-2 in non conference, they are looking at being on the road for the first two conference games where 1-4 or 0-5 becomes a real possibility. So, the 'storm is looking forward to Friday and will hopefully see a different level of preparedness for the season.
and since it is now an official game Pirates 21 'ziners 28
Tell us how you really feel about Chucktown! This scrimmage should tell us a lot. Most talent Cedarville has had in years. I'll truly be surprised by an 0-3 start.
To be honest Chucktown was always an afterthought to the 'storm and truthfully always will be. but back to the rattlers, I don't expect last years start either 43. Especially since the 'storm did a validation study of the rattlers upcoming schedule. This was accomplished by doing what the 'storm always does when a big season is upon us. The 'storm took down the old PayDirt board football game and played the season out ten different times compiling the data.
The first order of business matching the teams to their NFL counterparts. They are as follows: Bigelow (1980 8-8 Denver Broncos), Mt Ida (1980 9-7 Detroit Lions), Cutter (1980 Cincinnati Bengals), Hector (1980 11-6 Buffalo Bills), Da 'burg (1980 11-6 Houston Oilers), Lavaca (1980 9-8 Minnesota Vikings), Hacket (1980 6-10 San Fran 49'ers), JCW (1980 4-12 Seattle Seahawks. And to make sure there was no bias I choose the 10-6 1980 New England Patriots, who missed the playoffs, to represent the Rattlers.
The next order of business was to get busy rolling the dice through ten seasons and collect the data. This took a little finagling since I had lost the original dice but i was able to pull it off using the 'storms D&D dice. The results were reassuring almost to the point of over confidence. The Rattlers went through the non conference undefeated 7 out of 10 times and won their Fourth outright conference championship 6 out of the ten seasons. Surprisingly the rattlers margin of victory was the narrowest over the Arrows but they still won 9 out of ten times.
And since it is technically a scrimmage but we are treating it like a real game this week; The 'storm picked the 1980 15-5 Super Bowl Champions Oakland Raiders to represent Cedarville. The result?
Pirates 17 'ziners 38
Hopefully those d&d dice are dependable!!
What day is the scrimmage?
Friday
The 'storm just heard something he can't believe. It just doesn't make any sense. But the 'storm will tell you what he heard anyway. The 'storm heard one of the pirate linebackers is going around saying and I can't believe this "Hyatt's momma can't cook cornbread and her deer chili tastes like Hormel." Now why would you go a poke the bear the day before a big game. Anyway true or not the 'storm knows Hyatt is going to be one disturbed and ticked off Pit Viper for tomorrows game.
Pirates 10 'ziners 42
...aye, matey...
Rattlers put up 24 total yards....not a good showing. Ill say this tho, we did not go to Cedarville to try to win the scrimmage, we went to get as many kids as we could reps. Which will hopefully pay off later. Looking forward to Bigelow game to see how we actually look.
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on August 25, 2019, 09:53:30 am
Rattlers put up 24 total yards....not a good showing. Ill say this tho, we did not go to Cedarville to try to win the scrimmage, we went to get as many kids as we could reps. Which will hopefully pay off later. Looking forward to Bigelow game to see how we actually look.
No offense but everyone says that after a bad scrimmage.
Did magazine not run their first team offense that much?
Nevermind just read the breakdown on the other thread 👍
Quote from: HorseFeathers on August 25, 2019, 12:41:06 pm
No offense but everyone says that after a bad scrimmage.
Did magazine not run their first team offense that much?
If I remember correctly the 1st team offense was on the field for 4 or 5 plays
Learn from it, keep working hard, improve, prepare for next opponent. The scrimmage hopefully showed us what we needed to see. Come on Bigelow!
That's what scrimmages are for, to see what you need to work on. You guys have enough pieces coming back from last year that you'll be fine
Well, last week was a cruddy week and Friday just topped it off. So, the 'storm decided if his good pals to the south were going to continue fishing trips up till week zero, he would as well. The 'storm loaded up the tackle and took a 4 day excursion to the little red in the never ending pursuit of the elusive brown trout. And wouldn't you know it the 'storm ran into a couple fishermen from the 'zine with inside info about the team. These two fellas who will remain nameless, the 'storm asked "what the heck was that friday?" They responded "it is still fishing season 'storm. We are going to get everything installed later this week. We will be good to go in week zero when it counts." To be honest the 'storm still has his doubts but this conversation reinstalled some of the 'storms lost confidence.
Anyway, this Friday it is the BigSlow invading the Pit vs the rattlers. Will the 'ziners defend their home turf? The 'storm thinks so.
BigSlow 18 'ziners 20
If y'all expect a win Friday night y'all better have more than the junior high team did. ;)
I have magazine by 21
Quote from: Jayepea on August 28, 2019, 06:36:51 pm
If y'all expect a win Friday night y'all better have more than the junior high team did. ;)
I'll see what I can do to round em up then.
Thursday, the butterflies are starting to set in but overall the 'storm getting focused and into game mode. First off JP, the rattlers definitely have the weapons. That has never been the problem. Secondly when the BigSlow arrives this Friday they won't only be going up against this years rattlers but the spirit of the rattler legends past, as well. And when rattler fans think about legends, they first think about the one legend with the elusiveness of a brown trout. Thats right the one and only Long Yang. But the 'storm is going somewhere else for inspiration this week. Back to a time when Herrera roamed the backfield for the rattlers and another home invasion started of the season. It was the first series when Herrera came up under center and eyed the defense making the appropriate audibles at the lined. He took the snap. That is when the fullback #19 broke through the line of scrimmage and dashed 65 yards for the touchdown. The play was almost called back because on the play #19 was 20 yards ahead of the nearest defender and just as the ref turned his back, Herrera sprinting ear holed that sucker. But the play stood and the rout was on; as the invading tigers were sent home with their tails tucked from the "Home of Champions" in a 32-7 defeat lead by Rattle great, Eric Chase. Who ended the game for the Bearcats with around a Buck Fifty and two touchdowns.
Finally, it is game day boys, been to long. So, I dug something up to make the day go faster.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9jKQulDRCQ
And on second thought home field is worth more than 2 points and no one especially the BigSlow, is going to come into the Pit and Score 18. Faughn lights it up tonight for 175 and 3 TDs fellas.
BigSlow 7 Rattlers 35
I found this one. It is a little better. Might even find a Long Yang sighting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tV-SZk0y-sk
After watching storms video, ill go magazine by 28+ tonight. Hyatt runs for 200.
Quote from: Coach Jones on August 30, 2019, 08:49:54 am
I found this one. It is a little better. Might even find a Long Yang sighting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tV-SZk0y-sk
Nice find Doc and good luck with your season. The 'storm is going to have to rethink his forecast.
BigSlow 6 Rattlesr 40
Quote from: alaskanstorm on August 29, 2019, 07:29:54 am
Thursday, the butterflies are starting to set in but overall the 'storm getting focused and into game mode. First off JP, the rattlers definitely have the weapons. That has never been the problem. Secondly when the BigSlow arrives this Friday they won't only be going up against this years rattlers but the spirit of the rattler legends past, as well. And when rattler fans think about legends, they first think about the one legend with the elusiveness of a brown trout. Thats right the one and only Long Yang. But the 'storm is going somewhere else for inspiration this week. Back to a time when Herrera roamed the backfield for the rattlers and another home invasion started of the season. It was the first series when Herrera came up under center and eyed the defense making the appropriate audibles at the lined. He took the snap. That is when the fullback #19 broke through the line of scrimmage and dashed 65 yards for the touchdown. The play was almost called back because on the play #19 was 20 yards ahead of the nearest defender and just as the ref turned his back, Herrera sprinting ear holed that sucker. But the play stood and the rout was on; as the invading tigers were sent home with their tails tucked from the "Home of Champions" in a 32-7 defeat lead by Rattle great, Eric Chase. Who ended the game for the Bearcats with around a Buck Fifty and two touchdowns.
I am certain that Eric was awesome but I prefer stories of Long Yang for inspiration. His pics are on the hallowed halls and walls. Attaching great heroics with those pics is most certainly inspiring. Hoping your predictions are on the money. Good luck to Coach and the Warriors as well.
Getting close to gametime!!! Rattler Pride!!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on August 30, 2019, 10:53:29 am
I am certain that Eric was awesome but I prefer stories of Long Yang for inspiration. His pics are on the hallowed halls and walls. Attaching great heroics with those pics is most certainly inspiring. Hoping your predictions are on the money. Good luck to Coach and the Warriors as well.
The 'storm understand your feelings 43. We all know Long Yang was the decisive factor which held the 2009-2011 teams together. But, what happens when legends are over-talked about and referenced? Their accomplishments become Overhyped and diminished overtime. The 'storm will not let that happen to Magazine's one and only Long Yang. Secondly, to say Eric was Awesome is a understatement. The 'Storm would argue that when and if Magazine ever gets a Football Wall of Honor like they should, he should be on the first ballot to have his portrait hung. Plus now the rattlers are 1-0 and you know the 'Storm is superstitious; Thus, not going to change directions now, as the rattlers look for 2 in a row. But if you feel like there are other rattler greats who need to be discussed then by all means feel free to do so. Heck for the regular season The 'Storm will match you legend for legend. Like a game of War. Only, If you feel up to it. The only rule each rattler legend can only be used once.
As for this weeks game the 'storm is a little skittish about the outcome but still believes the rattlers leave with the W.. Hopefully the rattlers travel better than they did last year.
Magazine by 28+. Hyatt runs for 200
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 02, 2019, 07:08:13 am
The 'storm understand your feelings 43. We all know Long Yang was the decisive factor which held the 2009-2011 teams together. But, what happens when legends are over-talked about and referenced? Their accomplishments become Overhyped and diminished overtime. The 'storm will not let that happen to Magazine's one and only Long Yang. Secondly, to say Eric was Awesome is a understatement. The 'Storm would argue that when and if Magazine ever gets a Football Wall of Honor like they should, he should be on the first ballot to have his portrait hung. Plus now the rattlers are 1-0 and you know the 'Storm is superstitious; Thus, not going to change directions now, as the rattlers look for 2 in a row. But if you feel like there are other rattler greats who need to be discussed then by all means feel free to do so. Heck for the regular season The 'Storm will match you legend for legend. Like a game of War. Only, If you feel up to it. The only rule each rattler legend can only be used once.
As for this weeks game the 'storm is a little skittish about the outcome but still believes the rattlers leave with the W.. Hopefully the rattlers travel better than they did last year.
I like it. Let me think about it. I can't match your storytelling style, but I can talk Rattler legends.
Okay, I'll let you go first. I don't want to be accused of cheating.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 02, 2019, 07:08:13 am
The 'storm understand your feelings 43. We all know Long Yang was the decisive factor which held the 2009-2011 teams together. But, what happens when legends are over-talked about and referenced? Their accomplishments become Overhyped and diminished overtime. The 'storm will not let that happen to Magazine's one and only Long Yang. Secondly, to say Eric was Awesome is a understatement. The 'Storm would argue that when and if Magazine ever gets a Football Wall of Honor like they should, he should be on the first ballot to have his portrait hung. Plus now the rattlers are 1-0 and you know the 'Storm is superstitious; Thus, not going to change directions now, as the rattlers look for 2 in a row. But if you feel like there are other rattler greats who need to be discussed then by all means feel free to do so. Heck for the regular season The 'Storm will match you legend for legend. Like a game of War. Only, If you feel up to it. The only rule each rattler legend can only be used once.
As for this weeks game the 'storm is a little skittish about the outcome but still believes the rattlers leave with the W.. Hopefully the rattlers travel better than they did last year.
There are so many Rattler legends from which to choose. Many greats will be left out. But, for this season, I'll begin with Michael Corbitt. He was the All State QB who led us to the state semifinals in 2009. His deception while running our multifaceted offense was a thing of beauty. Fooled officials as wells as defenders. Our coaches would warn the officials about it before games and they would still get fooled. He was Logan County Athlete of the Year. He also led our baseball team to multiple conference and regional titles. Corbitt was no stranger to playing traditional powerhouses or road games having faced #3 Murfreesboro and #1 Junction City. Also beat 2A perennial power Des Arc.
We now have Long Yang and Michael Corbitt as inspiration for week 1 vs. Mt. Ida on the road. Rattler Pride!!
Ahhh Corbitt. That ole chubby QB. Good player. Better friend. After the Chambers injury in the Des Arc that man sealed the game with a 60 yard bomb. If you look closely enough on the field you can still see the frozen rope the ball traveled on.
... frozen rope ...
;D. ;D. ;)
Nice week one pick 43. The 'storm senses the rattlers are going to have a superb defensive effort to leave Ida with the win. Which immediately brought to mind the first clash between the Bison vs rattlers on November 20, 2009. When sophomore Long Yang was called into action in the second half due to an injury. The Bison were driving the field starting the second half, trying to extend their 16-14 lead when the QB dropped back to pass. He delivered a bullet to the receiver on a slant route but it was picked off as Long Yang broke on the route taking it 73 yards to the house; after the 2 point conversion it was 22-16. Chambers finished it off in the fourth for the final 30-16 rattlers.
Which lead to the 'storm's pick of the week and his performance in late November. This rattler legend decided in 2001 it was time for him to leave, in what MLB would call the AA Minor leagues and take his skills to the majors. The Colts were up 13-0 in what was a defensive slug fest going into the 4th Quarter and had the ball looking to put the game away on that bitterly cold night. Up to this point the nose noseguard #53 had 6 tackles behind the line and 2 sacks but it was this next series of events which turned the tide.
The D-line took their position as the Colts broke the huddle from the sideline to start the fourth at their own 48 yard line; 1st and 10. The Qb took the snap and handed off to full back on a trap right play. #53 stunted left past the guard x blocking and met #17 head on 2 yards behind the line of scrimmage driving him backwards and that is when it happened; BALL, BALL, BALL
recovery good guys. The next play #4 took his first of three forth quarter Touchdowns to the house. The rest is the stuff of legends as Rattler legend Cory Abrahamson finished with 9 tackles, 3 sacks, a caused fumble and a trip to the semi-finals.
The Rattler D steps up this week, just like the Rattler greats of the past!!!!
Lions 16 Rattler 30 Just
Good stuff.
Cory was a strong young man. I always enjoyed having him in my classes.
30-16 sounds reasonable to me.
A good week one match up 43 but it is obvious the 'storm's rattler great is the far superior choice. Anyway better luck next week. Winner outs so i'll go first.
1-0 'storm
After giving it some thought, the 'storm senses a break out game tonight; by the one Tatum Scott. Look for Scott to go for 2 td's on a 137 yards and a 64 yard pick six on the defensive side. The O-line racks up 388 as King and McDowell take over late and Hyatt's quest for 1000 takes a bump as he goes for 173 and 2 scores.
Big Red hit their game average late but the lions keep it close early
Rattlers 40 Lions 20
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDUmVprZ43M
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 06, 2019, 06:58:17 am
After giving it some thought, the 'storm senses a break out game tonight; by the one Tatum Scott. Look for Scott to go for 2 td's on a 137 yards and a 64 yard pick six on the defensive side. The O-line racks up 388 as King and McDowell take over late and Hyatt's quest for 1000 takes a bump as he goes for 173 and 2 scores.
Big Red hit their game average late but the lions keep it close early
Rattlers 40 Lions 20
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDUmVprZ43M
That pick six is a bold prediction...as I imagine Mt Ida still won't throw the ball much
Quote from: HorseFeathers on September 06, 2019, 10:54:56 am
That pick six is a bold prediction...as I imagine Mt Ida still won't throw the ball much
At that point in the game the lions are going to have to HF. It is going to be the icing on the cake and put the game away.
Quote from: HorseFeathers on September 06, 2019, 10:54:56 am
That pick six is a bold prediction...as I imagine Mt Ida still won't throw the ball much
The 'storm with a bold prediction? ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 05, 2019, 05:15:10 pm
A good week one match up 43 but it is obvious the 'storm's rattler great is the far superior choice. Anyway better luck next week. Winner outs so i'll go first.
1-0 'storm
:o ::) ;D
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 05, 2019, 08:06:30 am
Nice week one pick 43.
Which lead to the 'storm's pick of the week and his performance in late November. This rattler legend decided in 2001 it was time for him to leave, in what MLB would call the AA Minor leagues and take his skills to the majors.
Thank you. Wrong analogy. With that line of reasoning, it would have been a move from Class A minor league to AA minor league. A move to Bentonville, NLR, or Fayetteville would be equal to a move to the majors. It was more like a move from a small market (Green Bay, if you will) to a larger market (Los Angeles, or such). Both were great picks. I think Corbitt's Athlete of the Year honor bestowed upon him by a committee of Bearcat folks puts him in the winner's circle for our week 1 picks.
Have a great weekend, 'storm! Rattlers at Mt. Ida and your Cats against rival Ozark. Good matchups.
Mount Ida by 14+
Mag 33 Ida 0 Hyatt TD 37 seconds to half
Time to work on the passing game😁
3/4 and two-point conversion passing. Completed the other with receiver stepping on sideline.
Nice 43, one more drive strictly passing then put in the back ups.
Backups for nearly entire 2nd half once in mercy rule.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on September 06, 2019, 03:37:24 pm
Thank you. Wrong analogy. With that line of reasoning, it would have been a move from Class A minor league to AA minor league. A move to Bentonville, NLR, or Fayetteville would be equal to a move to the majors. It was more like a move from a small market (Green Bay, if you will) to a larger market (Los Angeles, or such). Both were great picks. I think Corbitt's Athlete of the Year honor bestowed upon him by a committee of Bearcat folks puts him in the winner's circle for our week 1 picks.
Have a great weekend, 'storm! Rattlers at Mt. Ida and your Cats against rival Ozark. Good matchups.
Big win by the Rattlers and more importantly a Road Win.
Committee? The last time the 'storm checked it was one person making that decision. Who despite claiming to be all Bearcat is actually like 99% rattler. Plus not that it needs to be but the tabulated vote is not even made public.
In hindsight maybe a better analogy would have been to say: It is like going form Ark Tech bypassing Ark ST and going straight to THE University of Arkansas.
Anyway, another big game this week against CMS. The 'storm believes the rattlers continue to roll as, the surprise of the season, The Fighting Terrier strikes again for the third week in a row. The 'storm will spend some time strategizing tomorrow for next weeks pick.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 07, 2019, 08:55:40 pm
Big win by the Rattlers and more importantly a Road Win. Agreed
Committee? The last time the 'storm checked it was one person making that decision. I assumed it was Glenn and Chuck. Who despite claiming to be all Bearcat is actually like 99% rattler. lol Plus not that it needs to be but the tabulated vote is not even made public.
In hindsight maybe a better analogy would have been to say: It is like going form Ark Tech bypassing Ark ST and going straight to THE University of Arkansas. I'll take that although I believe we would be UCA rather than Tech.
Anyway, another big game this week against CMS. The 'storm believes the rattlers continue to roll as, the surprise of the season, The Fighting Terrier strikes again for the third week in a row. The 'storm will spend some time strategizing tomorrow for next weeks pick. I believe CMS is September 20. I can't wait to read your pick and commentary.
The 'storm was so jacked about the ida win he forgot about those stinking bye weeks 43. Making the 'Storm look like that one new sports reporter who has written inaccuracies such as.
1. Da 'Burg returns 12 offensive and 12
2. After Da 'Burg's week 0 win over Lavaca they now sit alone on top of the 4-2a
3. CMS defeated the Rattlers last year. What???? news to the 'storm.
Lastly and most importantly because it resulted in the supper cool nickname The Fighting Terrier; which once given cannot be taken back.
4. Rattler newcomer, running back Tojo looks to have a breakout season.
Anyway with it being bye week the 'storm going to take an extra day or two to strategize his game plan. That is unless the 'Storm decides to venture over to the 3A board and straightened things out for the team to the west.
Tojo ... ;D
They could use your help (inspiration) with another tough game on tap. I actually think they are about to get on a roll. With your assistance, I know they will. You almost willed us to a conference title last year ... No doubt that you can accomplish it with the cats.
So the 'storm has been reflecting on his Monday morning bus rides to school and Mr Norris's recounts of the previous Friday's feats of the team to the west. It was on one of those mornings when he told a story which reminded the storm of the October 16th 2009 game against Union Christian.
In which Long Yang was called in to action at running back with the rattlers leading 10-6 and had the ball 1st and 10 at their 33 yard line. Yang was sent in motion, right. Chambers received the snap, read the ver and pitched it too Yang. Yang cute to the inside avoiding the corner when KAAA-BAAAAM Christian's LB hit Yang so hard his helmet flew off and as they were getting up took a cheap shot kneeing Yang in the face; breaking his nose. Face bloodied, Yang made his way back to the huddle as the rattlers face a 2nd and 3. The Doc sent in the next play Fullback dive right. Yang plugged his left nostril and blew, releasing a quart of blood to the ground saying "follow me" with red streamers swaying from his face mask. Chambers took the snap giving it to the fullback; following his lead blocker Yang into the A Gap. Christians LB eyed the ball carrier readying to deliver the knockout blow, when from his left arrived an ear-ringing BOOOM before landing shoulders first as the fullback raced away for the score and the rattler win. Yang the constant sportsman went back to help the LB up to no avail, being knocked out cold and left the game not to return.
Which bring me to this weeks pick; as the 'storm remembers it being told by Mr Norris. On this morning he said "you know 'storm, back in 1932 the rattlers had a football team which was lead by a boy from the west. It was on a September Friday when Coach Horn took his Flying Wing attack on the road to Bellview and let me tell you those Bellview teams played dirty. You have to remember 'Storm back in those days it was leather helmets and steel cleats. It was on the first play of the Rattlers second drive when our western boy delivered a cross body block sending Speedy Howard Godfrey scampering for eighteen. As our western boy placed his left hand on the ground to get up, the Bellview Strong Safety dug in his cleats before kneeing our boy right in the left eye immediately causing it to turn black and swell three quarters the way shut. Guard Paul Sheppard came to this Rattler Legends aid shoving the safety away. Shep motioned to Coach Horn to take the Halfback out but this Rattler Great waved it off as he held his bloody hand grimacing in pain. Speedy looked towards Hays and said "end around to you Hays." Thats when our rattler legend spoke up "No, I am taking it to the house" standing on the 'View 41 blood dripping to the ground and the game tied 12-12. Godfrey "Weenie you cannot even see". "Just get me the ball Speedy." "Okay." Godfrey went under center and set the offense. He took the hike and tossed it to Weenie on a sweep right, who broke into the second level and had one man to beat as he eyed the safety. Weenie lowered his shoulder and the safeties knees buckled before falling to the ground and This weeks Rattler great Clarion "Weenie" Wingfield raced to pay dirt and a 18-12 victory."
Magazine better be good at football..... Seeing as the track program cant get any equipment for practice and they no longer host a cross country meet. With that kind of focused intensity those dudes should be winning every game.
Are we ever going to mention the Chambers twins in these Rattler Legends posts? I hear they have statues at town hall in their resemblance. What were their names? Ryan and Kori?
Best ATH's this side of arkansas from what I hear, but did hear the one named Ryan is better.
I hope we get a set of twins who are half as athletic as those guys. Never been to Magazine but heard there was a rumor the Chambers twins had a statue close to the school.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 11, 2019, 02:30:22 pm
So the 'storm has been reflecting on his Monday morning bus rides to school and Mr Norris's recounts of the previous Friday's feats of the team to the west. It was on one of those mornings when he told a story which reminded the storm of the October 16th 2009 game against Union Christian.
In which Long Yang was called in to action at running back with the rattlers leading 10-6 and had the ball 1st and 10 at their 33 yard line. Yang was sent in motion, right. Chambers received the snap, read the ver and pitched it too Yang. Yang cute to the inside avoiding the corner when KAAA-BAAAAM Christian's LB hit Yang so hard his helmet flew off and as they were getting up took a cheap shot kneeing Yang in the face; breaking his nose. Face bloodied, Yang made his way back to the huddle as the rattlers face a 2nd and 3. The Doc sent in the next play Fullback dive right. Yang plugged his left nostril and blew, releasing a quart of blood to the ground saying "follow me" with red streamers swaying form his face mask. Chambers took the snap giving it to the fullback; following his lead blocker Yang into the A Gap. Christians LB eyed the ball carrier readying to deliver the knockout blow, when from his left arrived an ear-ringing BOOOM before landing shoulders first as the fullback raced away for the score and the rattler win. Yang the constant sportsman went back to help the LB up to no avail, being knocked out cold and left the game not to return.
Which bring me to this weeks pick; as the 'storm remembers it being told by Mr Norris. On this morning he said "you know 'storm, back in 1932 the rattlers had a football team which was lead by a boy from the west. It was on a September Friday when Coach Horn took his Flying Wing attack on the road to Bellview and let me tell you those Bellview teams played dirty. You have to remember 'Storm back in those days it was leather helmets and steel cleats. It was on the first play of the Rattlers second drive when our western boy delivered a cross body block sending Speedy Howard Godfrey scampering for eighteen. As our western boy placed his left hand on the ground to get up, the Bellview Strong Safety dug in his cleats before kneeing our boy right in the left eye immediately causing it to turn black and swell three quarters the way shut. Guard Paul Sheppard came to this Rattler Legends aid shoving the safety away. Shep motioned to Coach Horn to take the Halfback out but this Rattler Great waved it off as he held his bloody hand grimacing in pain. Speedy looked towards Hays and said "end around to you Hays." Thats when our rattler legend spoke up "No, I am taking it to the house" standing on the 'View 41 blood dripping to the ground and the game tied 12-12. Godfrey "Weenie you cannot even see". "Just get me the ball Speedy." "Okay." Godfrey went under center and set the offense. He took the hike and tossed it to Weenie on a sweep right, who broke into the second level and had one man to beat as he eyed the safety. Weenie lowered his shoulder and the safeties knees buckled before falling to the ground and This weeks Rattler great Clarion "Weenie" Wingfield raced to pay dirt and a 18-12 victory."
Not bad. Not bad at all.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on September 11, 2019, 02:30:56 pm
Magazine better be good at football..... Seeing as the track program cant get any equipment for practice and they no longer host a cross country meet. With that kind of focused intensity those dudes should be winning every game.
Where are you getting all this inside information? You been on FB again? But to your point, yes, winning is now a demand as the 'storm keeps upping the ante.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on September 11, 2019, 02:35:14 pm
Are we ever going to mention the Chambers twins in these Rattler Legends posts? I hear they have statues at town hall in their resemblance. What were their names? Ryan and Kori?
Stay tuned each week to find out if they cracked the top 10 in my competition with the 'storm on our legends discussion. The statues are still in the design phase...
Quote from: RATTLER43 on September 09, 2019, 08:52:46 pm
You almost willed us to a conference title last year ...
When the 'Storm gets the Rattlers back to that point this year, last years fiasco isn't going to repeat itself 43. The 'Storm stopped in to see the Old Ball Coach last night and let us just say it was made clear Hyatt is to get no less than 10 carries in the first half.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 11, 2019, 02:30:22 pm
So the 'storm has been reflecting on his Monday morning bus rides to school and Mr Norris's recounts of the previous Friday's feats of the team to the west. It was on one of those mornings when he told a story which reminded the storm of the October 16th 2009 game against Union Christian.
In which Long Yang was called in to action at running back with the rattlers leading 10-6 and had the ball 1st and 10 at their 33 yard line. Yang was sent in motion, right. Chambers received the snap, read the ver and pitched it too Yang. Yang cute to the inside avoiding the corner when KAAA-BAAAAM Christian's LB hit Yang so hard his helmet flew off and as they were getting up took a cheap shot kneeing Yang in the face; breaking his nose. Face bloodied, Yang made his way back to the huddle as the rattlers face a 2nd and 3. The Doc sent in the next play Fullback dive right. Yang plugged his left nostril and blew, releasing a quart of blood to the ground saying "follow me" with red streamers swaying form his face mask. Chambers took the snap giving it to the fullback; following his lead blocker Yang into the A Gap. Christians LB eyed the ball carrier readying to deliver the knockout blow, when from his left arrived an ear-ringing BOOOM before landing shoulders first as the fullback raced away for the score and the rattler win. Yang the constant sportsman went back to help the LB up to no avail, being knocked out cold and left the game not to return.
Which bring me to this weeks pick; as the 'storm remembers it being told by Mr Norris. On this morning he said "you know 'storm, back in 1932 the rattlers had a football team which was lead by a boy from the west. It was on a September Friday when Coach Horn took his Flying Wing attack on the road to Bellview and let me tell you those Bellview teams played dirty. You have to remember 'Storm back in those days it was leather helmets and steel cleats. It was on the first play of the Rattlers second drive when our western boy delivered a cross body block sending Speedy Howard Godfrey scampering for eighteen. As our western boy placed his left hand on the ground to get up, the Bellview Strong Safety dug in his cleats before kneeing our boy right in the left eye immediately causing it to turn black and swell three quarters the way shut. Guard Paul Sheppard came to this Rattler Legends aid shoving the safety away. Shep motioned to Coach Horn to take the Halfback out but this Rattler Great waved it off as he held his bloody hand grimacing in pain. Speedy looked towards Hays and said "end around to you Hays." Thats when our rattler legend spoke up "No, I am taking it to the house" standing on the 'View 41 blood dripping to the ground and the game tied 12-12. Godfrey "Weenie you cannot even see". "Just get me the ball Speedy." "Okay." Godfrey went under center and set the offense. He took the hike and tossed it to Weenie on a sweep right, who broke into the second level and had one man to beat as he eyed the safety. Weenie lowered his shoulder and the safeties knees buckled before falling to the ground and This weeks Rattler great Clarion "Weenie" Wingfield raced to pay dirt and a 18-12 victory."
Well, I guess I'll go way back in time as well, then. Back to 1922. The Rattlers were led by Rattler legend, J. D. Leftwich. He led Magazine to shutouts of Booneville and Paris along with wins over Danville and Havana. Only one opponent scored more than 7 on the Leftwich-led defense. He went off west and made his fortune but never forgot Magazine, the town which made him who he was. The High School became J.D. Leftwich High School for about a quarter of a century. J.D. Leftwich, MHS legend.
Legend #10 Long Yang
Legend #9 Michael Corbitt
Legend #8 J. D. Leftwich
The 'Storm has to admit this weeks matchup could be a toss up but thinks some of the facts you presented were exaggerated just a tad. Shut out the team to the west, that's a good one 43 made the 'storm laugh. Anyway, the 'Storm will get a committee together and let you know the results.
All true, making Leftwich even more impressive a choice. Was tough to put him so early in the countdown. But, the others on my list also have impressive resumes.
A Rattler Legend list would not be complete without a certain multiple State Championship winning track/basketball/teacher/motivator coach that was also a legendary athlete back in the day.
Quote from: Coach Jones on September 12, 2019, 09:35:54 am
A Rattler Legend list would not be complete without a certain multiple State Championship winning track/basketball/teacher/motivator coach that was also a legendary athlete back in the day.
GOAT
Coach Jones is a chicken poop mother freaker.
"A Rattler Legend list would not be complete without a certain multiple State Championship winning track/basketball/teacher/motivator coach that was also a legendary athlete back in the day."
Quote from: coachc9 on September 12, 2019, 10:42:05 am
GOAT
Got to have played on a "real" football team to be on my list vs. the 'storm!!! Now, there was this one time we played some buddies from the team to the west in a "friendly" backyard football game (mano a mano).... But, that is for another day. Ask me sometime. ;) ;) ;)
The 'storm took this weeks match up to a three person committee last night 43 and it wasn't as close as the 'storm previously thought. The end result 'storms up 2 - zip. Better luck next week. Winner outs
Well, I guess I can't argue with the three-man committee even when they're incorrect. I'll await your next choice with great anticipation.
We have the CMS eagles coming to the 'zine this week after last weeks big 21-0 road win over Rose Bud. The eagles are looking to pay back the rattlers who turned their season around last year in Cutter. The 'storm doesn't see this one staying close as the rattler Defense takes control early and the Fighting Terrier makes up for last weeks open date going for 113 and two scores.
eagles 6 'ziners 43
on a side note, the 'storm was sent videos of the last home game and the packed stadium. But in the back ground the 'storm couldn't believe what he was hearing. Blarring through the sound system as the rattler D took the field was "The Boys are Back in Town?" After all the years of awesome lets get ready to fight music the 'storm has hand picked and the rattler nation complete disregard is an insult. That song gets you ready to play about as much as that silly "Cat Scratch Fever" song the team to the west still has their girl basketball team run out too. Anyway, the 'storm said all that to say this "fire the sound guy" bring in a professional DJ to get the party going and constant throughout the game.
It is CMS this week and this is the type of game where your legacy players step up 43. Like when the Long Yang torched the trojans from Subi on Sep 09, 2011 for three TD's. Two of them coming off of his 102 rushing yard performance and 1 53 yard strike from Chambers through the air. It reminded the 'Storm about the rattlers first ever Legacy player.
It was a bulldog invasion from NWA and this weeks great was called into action. It was 2 and 7 at the opponents 15 and the offense was looking to put it away. The Qb came to the line, read the option pulling the ball and headed to the right side. He pitched the ball to #32 just as he took a hit. 32 side juked the CB, who stumbled to the ground looking like he broke an ankle and trotted in for the score.
On the next defensive series #32 lined up at his Free Safety position as the Bulldogs faced a 3 and 6 late in the forth qt. Their QB took the snap from the shotgun looking to strike quick. The QB rolled out to the right and #32 was coming on a blitz. The QB let it fly when #32 leaped in the air and Volley Ball spiked the ball back into the QB's facemark.
The Home of Champions was defended 42-6 and this weeks Rattler Great Glenn Herrera went on to lead the rattlers at QB the next two seasons.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 17, 2019, 07:35:20 am
It is CMS this week and this is the type of game where your legacy players step up 43. Like the Long Yang torched the trojans from Subi on Sep 09, 2011 for three TD's. Two of them coming off of his 102 rushing yard performance and 1 53 yard strike from Chambers through the air. It reminded the 'Storm about the rattlers first ever Legacy player.
It was a bulldog invasion from NWA and this weeks great was called into action. It was 2 and 7 at the opponents 15 and the offense was looking to put it away. The Qb came to the line, read the option pulling the ball and headed to the right side. He pitched the ball to #32 just as he took a hit. 32 side juked the CB, who stumbled to the ground looking like he broke an ankle and trotted in for the score.
On the next defensive series #32 lined up at his Free Safety position as the Bulldogs faced a 3 and 6 late in the forth qt. Their QB took the snap from the shotgun looking to strike quick. The QB rolled out to the right and #32 was coming on a blitz. The QB let it fly when #32 leaped in the air and Volley Ball spiked the ball back into the QB's facemark.
The Home of Champions was defended 42-6 and this weeks Rattler Great Glenn Herrera went on to lead the rattlers at QB the next two seasons.
Another blast from the past. I saw Glenn at the bank just a while ago. Great guy and athlete.
I went back about 15 years to find my next great: Jason Bonner. Jason was a tough runner who after week 7 back in about '05, led the state in rushing yards. He set school records for rushing yards in a game*, rushing yards in a season, and TDs in a game, (most fans will never forget the offensive show he put on in Ola one night!!). My favorite play was his spectacular last second 50+ yard heave at LR Christian. It was one of those games where whoever scores last wins the game. Not only that... The winner goes to the playoffs and the loser goes home. It looked to be the final play and the defense was pouring on the heat as he scrambled out of the pocket. He had his receiver wide open and hit the kid at the 3-yard line.... If you were there, you know the ending. He was 3-time All State as well as a 3-time State Champion in track and field. (His competitive fires were unmatched. I still tell stories of him. At state one year, he got the baton in the 4x800m relay about 120 yards behind the leader and the Rattlers in 3rd place. He ran the guys down during the 2 minute 3 second run. The Dem-Gazette reporter said he had never seen anything like it. Then, at state another year, he is in a 2-man dual for gold in the 800m when the Mt. Pine kid knocks Jason off the track with about 300m to go. Jason gets back on the track and slowly but surely goes to making up the 20 foot deficit. He lunges at the finish line to win in a photo finish. That's Jason Bonner: the ultimate competitor!) He was the starting point guard on the Rattlers' state tournament basketball team as well. He could do it all. Jason Bonner, Rattler legend! Rattler Pride!
Legend #10 Long Yang
Legend #9 Michael Corbitt
Legend #8 J. D. Leftwich
Legend #7 Jason Bonner
Unless the white hat or the committee commit fraud, I should be 3-0 now. Remember that Yang was thrown in for good measure for the scrimmage. I have too many legends. We had better make a deep playoff run or I will be leaving off some big names!
Oh no already complaining about the committee. The 'storm will tell you how it went down 43. The 'storm tucked little 'storms 1-3 into bed and said "instead of stories about goblins, witches, and ogres; tonight your going to pick which of the next two scenarios is the best. The 'storm read them both with the same amount of enthusiasm. After your write up the oldest 'storm responded "that ones boring" and confirmed by youngest 'storm "yea, boring." At that point the 'storm new it was a done deal but especially after they proclaimed "tell us more" after Weenie carried the rattlers to victory. But it was his next weeks heroics against Hartford playing with one eye and a broken hand which really sealed the deal.
You must be coming down with the flu 43 if you want us to believe Bonner trumps an Herrera. The deal the Rattlers had to make with the Debil to get that trade done had to be substantial; Especially, considering the states longest losing streak which followed his reign. Clearly 'Storms up 3-0. Winner outs.
As for this weeks game against the eagles, It is going to be Rattler legacy Yang stepping up to the challenge. Yang is going to score twice on long runs against the eagle D as he complies a Buck-Nine for the night; to go along with the Fighting Terrier's two TD performance.
Eagels 6 Rattlers 49
My stories on here will always be boring compared to your great concoctions! Your committee is correct in that aspect. Can't wait for your next legends story.
Game Day. Look for play calling to much improved tonight. If its not, i will have no mercy. OC had a few chalk talk days with close colleague that has helped him grow in his profession.
Magazine 48
CMS 6
I believe this will be a break out game for Scott. He runs for 115 while throwing for 68 and 3 TDs total. Hyatt will have a light workload with the Gauntlet coming the next few weeks. Look the rattlers to let everyone get some PT tonight.
So was informed our Jr High plays magazine next Monday. Told magazine does not have a jr high team. This will be more for back ups to play. That is a bad sign for
the Future of Magazine football. Whats up with this ?
Quote from: Hackett34 on September 20, 2019, 08:30:02 am
So was informed our Jr High plays magazine next Monday. Told magazine does not have a jr high team. This will be more for back ups to play. That is a bad sign for
the Future of Magazine football. Whats up with this ?
Not a bad sign at all. We are trying something new. We typically have 5-8 7th graders a year. That means no 7th grade games. It means our 7th graders play against junior high kids every game which leads many parents to not let kids play or for those kids to have a bad experience with football. To remedy it we are playing JV 7th grade games with our 7th/8th combined against other 7th/8th combined teams. We play our JV games with our 9th/10th grades combined against other JV groups to give our kids plenty of experience. Then our 9th graders play up in senior high all season too. So far, our kids, parents, and coaches have found it to be a positive move. Starting with 8 7th graders and only having 4 of them play the next year makes it tough to keep the junior high alive. We have received good feedback from opponents Lamar and Dardanelle about it too so I figure we will continue to do it. As a result, we have our largest 7th grade group playing in about 10 years. I may have some of the info a little skewed but I believe what I described accurately depicts what we are doing.
The 'storm was out of pocket all day Friday but was able to make it to what was supposed to be Hyatt's breakout game and we all know what happened. What happened was the 'storm ended up in coach P's office colorfully telling him if he thought he was a defensive genius he was sadly mistaken. All the while shaking the vhs recorder, which somehow found its way into the 'storms hands, letting him know if he was not going to use it to come up with a decent defensive game plan or halftime adjustments then there was no need in keeping it before hurling it into the tv screen. A lot of colorful verbiage and finger pointing followed before the police showed up and tried to break it up. But the 'storm was not having it and the next thing you know the 'storm felt a thud in the back of the head and woke up Saturday morning in the Magazine slammer.
The officer on duty said "hey that was something last night huh. Listen we don't totally disagree with you 'storm but you have got to keep your cool man." The 'storm responded "whatever man just get me out of here." The officer said "okay but you are banned for a week from attending any games at rattler stadium."
Then when the 'storm finally makes it home yesterday and turns on the tv thinking; Well lets see how bad the razorbacks are thumping SDS. About the time the 'storm turns on the tv the telephone rings and the 'Storm answers "Hello?" "Hey buddy you sure you still want to go to the LSU game?" It was the freaking Cajun. The 'storm immediately slammed the phone down and has been doing yard work ever since.
In an attempt to right the ship . The 'Storm heard all the Long Yang Defensive Black Shirts are having to be reearned starting this Friday. So there should be a lot more Vinegar on the defensive side of the ball this week. Will be interesting to see what players step up to reclaim their Black Shirt Status.
The Rattlers have the heart of their schedule starring them right in the face. Back to Back road games to open up conference and coming off a defensive performance that reminded the 'storm of swiss cheese.
So for this weeks rattler great, the 'storm dug down and found a defensive specialist who wrecked havoc on the opposition. Like when on November 11, 2011 Long Yang opened the game with two pick sixes covering 39 and 41 yard putting the rattlers up 14-0 on Hampton before the offense took the field.
The hype coming into this game was about the "PARADE ALL AMERICAN QB" coming to rip the team apart that October. But, this Rattler great was having none of it. The Panthers had the ball at their 35 after the opening kickoff. The Parade All American QB lined up in the shot gun and took the snap. The rattler legend Defensive tackle did a swim move and bust through line of scrimmage. The PAA had identified his go to receiver and was delivering a strike when mid throw #53 planted his face mask right into the QB's sternum causing the ball to sail high Oskie, Oskie, Oskie and it was a Strong safety pick six the other way. The next series would be no better for the PAA as #53 again dominate the offensive tackle and planted his face mask square into the PAA's back Fumble, Fumble, Fumble. The defensive end scooped and scored from 29. By the third possession the opposition had decided to double team our rattler legend. It was a fortunate move for the PAA QB which worked. #53 texas stunted through the b gap but was unable to get to the PAA this time. The PAA released the ball and "oh no his reciever is open, streaking on a slant route." Our Rattler legend legend raises his hand and leaps all the while being held by the offesive guard. The ball bounces off #53 finger tips and is up in the air; Oskie, Oskie, Oskie, as the mythical linebacking creature was headed the other way for the score. It was 21-0 before the offense took the field; in a 52-13 trouncing of the PAA and his panthers. Ratter Legend Tony Sheppard had One Pass deflection, One caused fumble, 3 sacks, 4 hurries and 6 tackles.
Just thinking about these performances gets the 'storm ready for some hard hitting action this Friday R'43. It will be interesting to see who Rattler24 deems worthy of a Long Yang Defensive Black Shirt Award as the conference season plays out.
On a side note said PAA is rumored to have gotten a concussion at college and when he woke up in the hospital asked "did i just play Sheppard? Can we, Can we, Can we block that guy?"
Tony is yet another great choice on your part.
Let's see now.... I think I'm going to go with Josh Dority. Led the state in tackles yet only rarely played much past halftime. Was two sport All State, played in all star game, was part of two state Champion teams, two state Runnersup, state semifinals across two sports. He was a head hunter that was all go full bore all the time. He was a throwback player in the mold of LT, Butkus, Bednarik, and Atwater. Undefeated State Champions in 2010. Rattlers legend: Josh Dority.
10 Long Yang
9 Michael Corbitt
8 JD Leftwich
7 Jason Bonner
6 Josh Dority
Rattler Pride!!
The 'storm senses your desperation 43 being down 3-0 and having to revert to using a state championship player so early. The 'storm could offer up a rebuttal in favor of his rattler great but will let Dority's State Championship seal the deal.
Storms up 3-1. You out next week.
;D
To be honest 43, the 'storm has been disappointed with how the season has been going. The 'storm is used to making bold proclamation which rattler greats make come true. Like when the 'storm told all those strong posters that Long Yang was going to torch Dixon. And what happened Long Yang went out and torched Dixon on a 50 bomb. So the 'storm got too stewing and realized there were a lot of players who owed the 'storm for not delivering in earlier games. The 'storm hasn't gotten his pick six from Scott yet or his two scoop and scores from Faughn. Plus Yang and the fighting terrier both owe the 'storm a couple scores from last week. So this week the 'storm is calling in the note. After Friday night the 'storm has a good feeling we are going to be back to even.
There is nothing better than waking up in the morning on the day of reckoning and knowing Victory will be delivered. And since the Rattlers are in the process of reobtaining their blackshirt status. The 'storm thought he would find something to add some fuel to the Fire.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsi5vzJ_OUU
at 1:19 ...
All night long 43, all night long. The Rattlers are getting primed and ready as we speak.
Enjoyed the video and am now properly pumped for this conference opener!!!
Looks like the boys are back in town congrats to the Rats on the big W tonight
Well it looks like the rattler D decided to show up and deliver a halfway decent performance. It will be interesting to see if R24 decides any of the individual performances warrants black shirt status. The 'storm knows R24 doesn't just hand out awards willy nilly, so it will definitely be earned.
Well, even though our schedule is full of bye weeks, I intend to expound upon the greatness of a Rattler legend even in those weeks. It can properly motivate any individual to work hard even in practice. So, for this week, I have chosen Rattler great Skyler McElroy. Skyler was an imposing fellow at 6'6" and 290 lbs. He started off whipping up on his siblings even as a robust 2 and 3-year-old. As a preschooler, he was busy manhandling neighboring kids and cattle as well as hauling home by hand all the deer the family shot each deer season. He then led teams to every Little League championships early on in his career (even defeating the Chambers twins teams). He followed that up with undefeated football and basketball seasons in junior high, setting shot put records at venues across the area, won district championships all the way through school in football, basketball, track, and baseball. Was All-State in football and track. Was shot put state champion. Led the track team to a 3rd place finish as a freshman, state runner-up as a sophomore and as a junior, and the State Championship as a senior. But, in football, he led the team to a semifinal appearance in 10th grade where he so famously remembers himself pancaking Arkansas high school legend and future Razorback starter Byron Jones in the big JC semifinal game. Then as a junior, he helped the Rattlers to an undefeated State title even handcuffing future NFL star Kenneth Dixon multiple times in the backfield, and finally, as a senior, was on the way to the greatest season in Rattler lore mercy-ruling every opponent they faced when it was derailed by an injury. Nonetheless, McElroy received loads of accolades and signed to play at the next level. He now represents RattlerNation well as an Arkansas State Trooper. Rattler Legend: Skyler McElroy.
10 Long Yang
9 Michael Corbitt
8 JD Leftwich
7 Jason Bonner
6 Josh Dority
5 Skyler McElroy
Rattler Pride!
'Storm has his work cut out for him with his legend this week. Ive got R43 winning this week. Since storm has made this a competition.
Quote from: coachc9 on September 30, 2019, 08:28:38 am
'Storm has his work cut out for him with his legend this week. Ive got R43 winning this week. Since storm has made this a competition.
By unbiased committee vote, I would be undefeated. His committee has a little bias in that they live with him!!!! Of course, that is the best of committees in most respects.
43 is starting to throw out state champions left and right in an attempt to keep control of the board. Big SM was on the 'storms list as well 43 but you played him a little early in the 'storm's opinion. luck would have it the 'storm has a few rattler greats above Big SM on his list. Big SM may have been dragging deer out of the woods at the age of 5, 43 but he has nothing on one of the greatest Duck Hunters to ever play the game. The 'storm will tell you about him in a few days.
I cannot wait to read this!!!
The fact that you have some above him and I have some above him tells you of the greatness that is RattlerNation!!
Yes 43 the greatness of rattler nation is a plenty considering its deceptively short history. the 'storm must admit you threw a monkey wrench into the game starting to play champions so early. But the 'storm can readjust his game plan.
On a different note has R24 decided if any of the rattlers earned their Long Yang Black Shirts back. The 'storm knows he was devastated with the CMS loss. Before the 'storm made it to coach P's office he passed 24 on the way and said "That was some black shirt performance wasn't it?" 24 responded "black shirt! whatever, more like a Girlie Girl Bless Our Little Hearts Shirt performance" before throwing his hand up in dismay.
Im standing by waiting for film to be loaded ;)
Devastated is an understatement after CMS loss....but after a win at Hackett I am feeling a little better...
Waiting patiently as always 24. the 'storm heard there were 123 Girlie Girl shirts delivered to the field house last week to be dispersed for the players to practice in. Was beginning to wonder if you were going to be a man of superstition and make them continue with the Girlie Girls or start giving them some of their manly dignity back.
Starting Conference of on the right foot 24 now it is time to prepare for WCA's pesky wildcats.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 30, 2019, 08:49:55 pm
Starting Conference of on the right foot 24 now it is time to prepare for WCA's pesky wildcats.
Pesky? You're too nice!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on September 30, 2019, 08:36:20 pm
Yes 43 the greatness of rattler nation is a plenty considering its deceptively short history. the 'storm must admit you threw a monkey wrench into the game starting to play champions so early. But the 'storm can readjust his game plan.
I have so many champions to play that it will be okay as long as you continue on the path of choosing football players like you've been doing. As you have probably noted, I tend to use crossover athletes. Nearly endless supply of Rattler champions/greats... Now, when do we get to read about this great duck hunter?
So many to choose from 43 but when the 'storm thinks of hunting season, specifically Duck season. One play stands above all the rest.
Mid November when the Strong Bulldogs and Dixon came a calling to Rattler Stadium. It was Midway through the first quarter and the rattlers were facing a 3rd and 9 form their 49 yard line. Chambers set the offense with Long Yang at the slot. Chambers took the snap, was flushed out of the pocket by the defensive end and hurled it in Yangs direction. The ball wobbled through the air and proceeded to bounce off the defensive backs helmet and landed in the hands of a Long Yang 7 yards behind the play. Who raced untouched for the touchdown.
And the 'storm believes this weeks rattler great has on occasion lived up to that greatness. The best part the 'storm has not had to use any of his Aces yet.
This Wide Reciever broke onto the scene early; helping his team invade tiger stadium and leave with the win. It was a defensive slugfest and late in the Fourth quarter. Our great's team was facing a 4th and 7 from his own 15 yard line. #9 lined up wide and noticed the corner being out of position. He hand audibled to the Punter. #9 broke at the snap and immediately had separation on the defensive back. As our great continued to get separation he thought Please hit me in stride, don't throw a duck, don't throw a duck. He looked back over his left shoulder Crap!!!! It is a duck. Who is the best duck hunter on the field. You're looking at him. #9 slowed down reaching out and caught the ball as it fluttered down. #9 broke free from the Defensive back who had caught up and scampered down to the opposition's 11 yard line. On the next play Our great was pulled in motion and delivered a pulverizing block springing the QB free who trotted into the end zone and the deciding touchdown.
This same scenario would play itself out later in the season as well. It was late in the forth with our great's team down 21-24 and starting what could have been their final drive on the opposition's 47 hardline. the QB brought them to the line and sent two left. #9 lined up wide and broke at the snap on a fade route. The QB rolled out left and heaved the ball in 9's direction. #9 had separation on the defender and looked back over his right shoulder Sweet Mother another Duck! Am i ever going to get hit in stride? Oh well; Who is the best Duck Hunter on this field? Your looking at him. #9 went up and fought the Defensive back for the ball as it fluttered down. It was 1st and 10 from the 17, When it was all said and done. On the next play #9 and #21 ran a crossing rout to perfection as the QB hit #21 in stride for the game winning TD. #21 tossed the ball to the umpire and did a jumping high-five with this weeks Rattler great; Corey Chambers, as the rattlers defeated Donnie Jack's Small Johns 28-24.
The 'storm thinks he has it in the bag this week 43.
I cannot tell a lie Storm... Cory* was #9. A little disappointed in this weeks investigative work.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 03, 2019, 05:39:22 am
I cannot tell a lie Storm... Cory* was #9. A little disappointed in this weeks investigative work.
Who has time to investigate 55? I fixed it for ya.
I appreciate it.
Incredible pick for this week. For the first time in this contest, I do believe you outplayed me. I was saving Cory for the playoffs. For more context on his Rattler greatness, read what I had typed up to give him due acknowledgment:
Cory was greatness waiting to happen no matter what the competition. He excelled at all things Rattler and was happy doing it. His excellence was on display early as his Little League teams caused local organizations to place new rules (no longer in place) on scoring limits. He wreaked havoc on all opposition from the word go. Undefeated teams throughout his career, making it no surprise that he led the Rattlers to an undefeated 2010 campaign in football. On offense, he would just go up over three defenders and take the ball, and often with so much ease (or so it seemed by watching him) break away and with his elusiveness, take it to the house. He was a game-changer. The fake punt/reception at West Fork (who went on to the 3A semifinals for those who never knew West Fork had a great team) that allowed us to win that road game was the stuff of backyard football dreams for kids growing up. Scoop and score at WMS. The "hurdle" play. Just too many to name here. But, he was State Champion in Track and Field, individually and as a team. His explosion in the high jump was not surprising, but, when asked to fill in as a backup to a depleted Josh Dority on the mile relay team with the STATE title on the line (we had come back from 19 down to JC) going head to head against Junction City's finest with whoever wins being the gold medalist but more importantly the overall STATE CHAMPIONS, and he runs the time of his life in a synchronized pattern with his counterpart from JC, (*taking a deep breath as I remember this so vividly*) I was in awe. He qualified for the Meet of Champs in two events. He was ALL STATE in football, track, basketball, and baseball where he took his team to the semifinals throwing an otherworldy 162 pitches (might have to double check that stat; it might have been 144 or so). He is tied for the record at our school being a part of 18 district championships, I believe, 4 regional championships, 2 state runners-up, and 2 state titles along with various semifinals and quarterfinals. I could write an entire chapter about his exploits in Rattler athletics. This will have to suffice. He is on the Mt. Rushmore of Rattler athletics.
Cory Chambers: Rattler Legend!
R43 has a memory like a steal trap, and it seems could make any man blush when recalling their high school greatness! I hope this thread and these write ups make their way around to the people mentioned! What a testament to Rattler athletics, as well as to R34 and Storm for giving credit where credit is due.
Thank you. I do what I can.
On a side note, Dority, McElroy, and Cory all played at the next level. I guess I should have thrown that in individually each time.
I was in the presence of each Chambers the other day. I told them if I had one game to win in either baseball or football that I would want to give the ball to Ryan to win, because he was such a calm, but intense competitor. (Not that Cory wasn't) Then I went on to say that Cory was always the better athlete. I made em both mad at the same time. LOL!!!
To be honest, I didn't know which one I was going to play before the other one in this competition, so I am glad 'storm chose one first. I have them as equals, but each with different things they bring to the table. So glad we got to enjoy both competing for Rattler Nation!! I was with them in an alumni game this summer. The intensity and competitiveness from each was approaching 6 on the Bryan competitive scale. Pretty high for an alumni game (although anyone who knows me, knows that I always play to win so nothing wrong with going all out in an alumni game!). The block/charge play brought out full flaming mouthing back and forth as they were opponents in this game. To give Cory a little shout out, his competitive fires were stoked when he ran down the Junction City kid in that mile relay back in 2012. My jaw just dropped that night.
It's like trying to decide whether to take Larry Bird or Michael Jordan to win a game with less than 5 seconds to go. Either will win it for you.
Hope all is well, Coach Jones. Good luck the rest of your season.
I hear Cory put up 50 points in a student faculty basketball game here recently. A friend of mine plays the Chambers twins in softball and refers to them as "the best athletes in Western Arkansas". He text me the other day after having played Cory in a game of slow pitch, in which he got railroaded, and said "I've accepted that in my lifetime, I will never get one by either of the twins". True legends.
First Timein the contest out played, 43? By the 'storms count he is up 4-1 and does not plan on losing control of the board again.
Hector week. Lets get it
Magazine by 21
All the talking about Duck hunting last week got the 'storm remembering when Long Yang opened the game against da 'Cove on December 3, 2010 by throwing a quacker to Ryan Chambers on a reverse pass for a 41 yard TD. The Rattlers never looked back and won 55 to 30.
This got the storm to thinking about other past great Duck Hurlers.
This Duck Hurlers greatest performance took place against the Colts in November. This weeks rattler great took the field after our previous great Abrahamson caused a fumble on the first play of the Fourth quarter with our team trailing by 13. This weeks greatness brought his team to the line. #2 took the snap and ran the 35 Ver to the left. The running back #4 got out ahead of our QB; who before crossing the line of scrimmage and getting hammered by the linebacker forward lateraled to #4. #4 received the pass and raced 47 yards to the house for a TD. This same scenario would play out two additional times that Quarter, as this weeks Rattler great snatched victory from the jaws fo defeat. However due to statistical record keeping errors, the next days headlines read "#4's 3 fourth quarter rushing touchdowns carries team to victory. Instead of what should have been "Rattler great Josh Holloway lights up colt's with 3 fourth quarter passing touchdowns and 129 yards.
Oh, the Holloway boys.... I missed much of Josh's career but got to see much of Trey's. Good guys. And doing it against the Colts in November is very impressive.
My Rattler legend this week was a crushing runner with a little bit of speed. He was multiple time All-State; how "the committee" didn't choose him as the Athlete of the Year still baffles me. But, back to this week's winner. He led the Rattlers to Regionals in basketball making the All-Region team, led the football team to the brink of a title only come up short against Junction City in the semifinals, and led the Rattlers to a State Runner-up trophy in track and field and semifinal 3rd place only to come up short against Augusta and Junction City. But, in all of those close misses, this week's Rattler great was an integral part of our teams even being in a position to win titles. He led the Rattlers to multiple conference titles along the way, was a two-time state champion in discus and runnerup in the shot put (to Razorback great Byron Jones). But, on a football field, he was akin to NFL greats The Bus, Mean Joe Greene, Deacon Jones, and Jack Tatum in that he was looking for someone to hit and bowl over whether he had the ball or not. If not running over opponents, he was dragging 5 to 7 of them like the Tyler Rose or Jim Brown. His hard-nosed running made Corbitt. Kohler, Chambers, and company far more effective in their winning ways. It was with John Williams that our teams began their runs of greatness. This week's great is none other than the crusher himself, John Williams.
10 Long Yang
9 Michael Corbitt
8 JD Leftwich
7 Jason Bonner
6 Josh Dority
5 Skyler McElroy
4 John Williams
Rattler Pride!
A lot of impressive accolades 43 but the 'storm believes the fact that JH performed in the most competitive era and at the peak of the team to the wests greatness on the road against a foe like the colts puts this weeks match up in the 'storms favor. That would make it 5-1 storm.
Even if I agreed with your win in this week's competition, I'd still believe I'm up 4-2 and unbiased onlookers all agree. And that's with you playing one of my surefire wins against me while I had played one of my aces. Your 5-1 lead is uncertain at best, but what a list of legends we've made!!
On a separate note, peak of Bearcat greatness? They've had 4 or 5 nice eras. I'll take the Scheel era as the peak with all the title appearances, the first title, the winning pct over 7 years, and those defenses against incredible competition!! So many shutouts. Great for conversation.
Yes it is impressive list so far 43. What is more impressive though is The 'storm has only had to use 1 state champion to build his 5-1 lead.
The reason the 'storm picked the late 97-2001 as the best era is because of the evolution of all the highly prolific offenses the town to the west was facing during those year. Back in the 80's everyone was running some version for the wishbone and the vast majority of equally matched teams ended up being low scoring affairs anyway. but yes great conversation material.
Time to get this thread back on track and the greatness of the Magazine Rattlers. As everyone now knows 24 decided in his good judgement to make the rattlers continue wearing their Girlie Girl greys for at least one more week. 24 didn't think the hornets amounted to enough of a challenge to start handing back out the black shirts.
So this week the 'storm is expects not only a stellar defensive performance but an offensive one as well. Look for the rattlers defensive line to wreck havoc in the wildcats backfield. While on the offensive side Hyatt takes the game over going to 141 and two scores while Yang goes out a gets his due with 117 and two scores as well.
'ziners roll in this one fellas
Xeng Yang is another great one. Hope he has a good game and leads us to the W.
I'm very confused... weren't the Holloway boys Bearcats?
Eventually. They started as Rattlers. Angela taught in elementary at Magazine and Geral coached at Magazine ('81-'92). The boys were in elementary school at Magazine. Then Geral got the Booneville basketball coaching position and Angela got hired as an elementary teacher at Booneville.
Each of 'storm's picks have a Magazine/Booneville double connection. Go back and check them out.
When was the Rats first season to have football? I hate to say it storm but the thread is Magazine Rattler Football. When I pictured your story this week I saw the guy with the ball in the endzone wearing our treasured Red and Black, not the putrid Purple and Gold. I would give this weeks win to R43.
Fall of '93 for junior high roster of 17 young men. Then we played independently the next year in senior high. Then conference play after that.
If that is your criteria, then I have won all but one week (just as I thought, 'storm!)
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 09, 2019, 08:14:18 am
I'm very confused... weren't the Holloway boys Bearcats?
Yes. Once they all opened their eyes!
Quote from: nastynice on October 09, 2019, 09:02:32 am
Yes. Once they all opened their eyes!
Lol. Angela is from Booneville. But, good try.
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Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 09, 2019, 09:22:52 am
Lol. Angela is from Booneville. But, good try.
So you're saying they moved there because of Mrs Holloway and not because Booneville is superior in sports?
Slap! Here ya go. I'll give you another one. Not sure who got you first.
You, 'storm, Coach 9, and 55 are all battling to get slaps. Right now, 'storm is the old pro for getting folks on the 2A board to slap him at a nearly 3:1 ratio. But nasty has 280 total. Coach9 and 55 have a long way to go!!
... and remember Nasty, making America great again is part of who we are... Glad you dropped in to see what we are doing over here. Big game this week at Hector.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 03, 2019, 01:07:02 pm
I hear Cory put up 50 points in a student faculty basketball game here recently. A friend of mine plays the Chambers twins in softball and refers to them as "the best athletes in Western Arkansas". He text me the other day after having played Cory in a game of slow pitch, in which he got railroaded, and said "I've accepted that in my lifetime, I will never get one by either of the twins". True legends.
Cory couldn't score 6 with a pencil! I've been beating them boys in all sports since they got the boxing gloves in Kindergarten!! Now Ryan is tryna take his talents to the water and he couldn't catch a fish in a barrel!! He throws crankbaits all the time hoping to foul hook one!
Quote from: nastynice on October 09, 2019, 10:56:30 am
Cory couldn't score 6 with a pencil! I've been beating them boys in all sports since they got the boxing gloves in Kindergarten!! Now Ryan is tryna take his talents to the water and he couldn't catch a fish in a barrel!! He throws crankbaits all the time hoping to foul hook one!
And a new contender enters the ring .... 8)
Quote from: nastynice on October 09, 2019, 09:02:32 am
Yes. Once they all opened their eyes!
This is the most spot on statement the 'storm has read in this thread NN.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 12:09:43 pm
This is the most spot on statement the 'storm has read in this thread NN.
Well, with the exception of everything the 'storm has posted of course.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 12:09:43 pm
This is the most spot on statement the 'storm has read in this thread NN.
;D I'll take the bait...
Switching from Magazine East to Magazine West has just never been an option for 'ziners unless they offered something we don't. Those buddies of mine who transferred for football before we had football had a good reason. 8)
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 09, 2019, 08:30:51 am
When was the Rats first season to have football? I hate to say it storm but the thread is Magazine Rattler Football. When I pictured your story this week I saw the guy with the ball in the endzone wearing our treasured Red and Black, not the putrid Purple and Gold. I would give this weeks win to R43.
Putrid? The 'Storm will have you know those are the best colors in the state and especially Logan county. This has already been discussed and agreed to by the 'storm and 43. The Team to the west plays in the SEC and the rattlers play in whatever conference UCA is in. So by default all accomplishment at the higher level carry more weight. But if it helps 55, you could always take a crayon to color over the purple and gold with red and black to cope with that situation if needed.
But the 'storm doesn't want to get the rattlers off track this week; right before they travel to Hector and visit Wildcat Hill. This Friday the rattlers become the new Kings of the hill as the rattlers break the cats home conference winning streak.
The 'storm was wrong earlier Hyatt runs for 189; while, Faughn Finally gets his scoop and score.
I thought 55 was more of a black and orange kind of fella. Like Scott county blk/orng
Hey, no clues.
Rattlers or 'ziners
Bearcats
Bulldogs
other Bulldogs
Wildcats
Rebels
Dragons
Hornets
Arrows
Tigers
etc. can all post for or against the Rattlers on here. But don't give any clues about folks' identities unless they are good with it (and he may be good with it). If you name names, you get blackballed. Cardinal rule....
Quote from: nastynice on October 09, 2019, 12:50:02 pm
I thought 55 was more of a black and orange kind of fella. Like Scott county blk/orng
That is weird the 'storm thought he was more of a green pastel type guy from western yell county.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 09, 2019, 08:37:17 am
Fall of '93 for junior high roster of 17 young men. Then we played independently the next year in senior high. Then conference play after that.
If that is your criteria, then I have won all but one week (just as I thought, 'storm!)
The 'storm doesn't think so 43. The 'storm is up 5-1 but the 'storm knows you are probably getting tired of having to play second. So out of the kindness of the 'storm's heart you can play first next week.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 01:18:34 pm
That is weird the 'storm thought he was more of a green pastel type guy from western yell county.
Don't cuss at me.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 09, 2019, 10:29:51 am
Slap! Here ya go. I'll give you another one. Not sure who got you first.
You, 'storm, Coach 9, and 55 are all battling to get slaps. Right now, 'storm is the old pro for getting folks on the 2A board to slap him at a nearly 3:1 ratio. But nasty has 280 total. Coach9 and 55 have a long way to go!!
That took a lot of hard work to accomplish and get that good 43.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 01:51:26 pm
That took a lot of hard work to accomplish and get that good 43.
I understand. ;) ;D
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 01:51:26 pm
That took a lot of hard work to accomplish and get that good 43.
Yes it did. Years of posting with a bunch of thin skins will get the crap slapped out of you!!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 01:51:26 pm
That took a lot of hard work to accomplish and get that good 43.
I understand.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 12:24:18 pm
Putrid? The 'Storm will have you know those are the best colors in the state and especially Logan county. This has already been discussed and agreed to by the 'storm and 43. The Team to the west plays in the SEC and the rattlers play in whatever conference UCA is in. So by default all accomplishment at the higher level carry more weight. But if it helps 55, you could always take a crayon to color over the purple and gold with red and black to cope with that situation if needed.
But the 'storm doesn't want to get the rattlers off track this week; right before they travel to Hector and visit Wildcat Hill. This Friday the rattlers become the new Kings of the hill as the rattlers break the cats home conference winning streak.
The 'storm was wrong earlier Hyatt runs for 189; while, Faughn Finally gets his scoop and score.
Let's be perfectly clear on this subject: I am good with likening Bville to Arkansas in the SEC and with Magazine with UCA in the old AIC and now the Southland conference for football. Let it be known that Arkansas is larger and in a larger conference but greatness comes from all sizes of schools (ie: Jerry Rice) Professional greats Monte Coleman, Willie Davis, Nathan Brown, Jacob Ford, Scottie Pippen all starred at UCA. UCA was a powerhouse: won or shared twelve consecutive AIC titles from 1981 - 1992, as well as three NAIA national championships, in 1984, 1985, and 1991. The Bears were a constant presence in the NAIA Top 20, and made the playoffs twelve out of fourteen seasons.
Conference championships
1939, 1959, 1960, 1979, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 2005, 2008, 2012, 2017
But, enough about that conversation. Back to Rattler greatness.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 01:33:53 pm
The 'storm doesn't think so 43. The 'storm is up 5-1 but the 'storm knows you are probably getting tired of having to play second. So out of the kindness of the 'storm's heart you can play first next week.
Thank you. I'll see what I can prepare in my gameplan. Focused on Hector right now. Big game.
Quote from: nastynice on October 09, 2019, 02:06:36 pm
Yes it did. Years of posting with a bunch of thin skins will get the crap slapped out of you!!
Not to mention, the administration around here decided in their infinite wisdom to do away with the clap and smites; to try and regain control around here. Just as the 'storm was coming into his prime. the 'storm can only imagine what his smite ratio would be if it had been available the whole time.
But enough about the 'storm, The Fighting Terrier broke off a long run two weeks ago but failed to score. That won't happen this week as he takes one 59 yards to the house. Also haven't heard from Dromier in awhile; expect a big defensive turnover to swing the momentum in the rattlers favor as usual Friday.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 09, 2019, 02:33:09 pm
I understand.
Let's be perfectly clear on this subject: I am good with likening Bville to Arkansas in the SEC and with Magazine with UCA in the old AIC and now the Southland conference for football. Let it be known that Arkansas is larger and in a larger conference but greatness comes from all sizes of schools (ie: Jerry Rice) Professional greats Monte Coleman, Willie Davis, Nathan Brown, Jacob Ford, Scottie Pippen all starred at UCA. UCA was a powerhouse: won or shared twelve consecutive AIC titles from 1981 - 1992, as well as three NAIA national championships, in 1984, 1985, and 1991. The Bears were a constant presence in the NAIA Top 20, and made the playoffs twelve out of fourteen seasons.
Conference championships
1939, 1959, 1960, 1979, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 2005, 2008, 2012, 2017
But, enough about that conversation. Back to Rattler greatness.
Thank you. I'll see what I can prepare in my gameplan. Focused on Hector right now. Big game.
Totally agree that greatness can happen on any level 43, no argument. Just like it is great to lead a AAA affiliate in home runs. While taking Nolan Ryan deep twice and leading the majors in home runs is on a totally different level.
True, so true. Hitting anything Nolan served up put you on a different level. Nolan (Greenville Class A affiliate), Willie Mays (played for AA affiliate Minneapolis), and Craig Biggio (Tuscon AAA) are my all-time favorites with Altuve (AA Corpus Christi) quickly climbing the ranks. But, in your scenario, Bryant would be Nolan/MLB, Booneville would be AAA affiliate (like Memphis Redbirds or Round Rock in the PCL), whilst we would be AA minor leagues (like the Naturals or Travelers).
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 09, 2019, 03:13:27 pm
True, so true. Hitting anything Nolan served up put you on a different level. Nolan (Greenville Class A affiliate), Willie Mays (played for AA affiliate Minneapolis), and Craig Biggio (Tuscon AAA) are my all-time favorites with Altuve (AA Corpus Christi) quickly climbing the ranks. But, in your scenario, Bryant would be Nolan/MLB, Booneville would be AAA affiliate (like Memphis Redbirds or Round Rock in the PCL), whilst we would be AA minor leagues (like the Naturals or Travelers).
The 'storm will agree with your layout 43. However, the fact still remains as the 'storm has just proved, the same accomplishments carry more credibility at the higher levels. It is just a universal fact.
But back to this weeks wildcat beating as McDowell looks to pulverize the w'cats shifty running backs.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 09, 2019, 03:34:17 pm
The 'storm will agree with your layout 43. However, the fact still remains as the 'storm has just proved, the same accomplishments carry more credibility at the higher levels. It is just a universal fact.
But back to this weeks wildcat beating as McDowell looks to pulverize the w'cats shifty running backs.
The majority of the time, yes.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 09, 2019, 01:05:07 pm
Hey, no clues.
Rattlers or 'ziners
Bearcats
Bulldogs
other Bulldogs
Wildcats
Rebels
Dragons
Hornets
Arrows
Tigers
etc. can all post for or against the Rattlers on here. But don't give any clues about folks' identities unless they are good with it (and he may be good with it). If you name names, you get blackballed. Cardinal rule....
Not quite picking up what you're putting down, (which is nothing to be ashamed of, because you've been picking em up and putting them down for years) but to attempt to play with your rules, he's more of a Bulldog type fella. Sorry about the blk and orange comment. I should be more specific next time..........On a serious note looks like AAA has given the 👍🏼for Hyatt to transfer west to be backup fullback. He'll get plenty of snaps in mop up roll. Excited to have him. Magazine will miss him in their matchup against Panera Bread this week.
Quote from: nastynice on October 10, 2019, 06:56:29 am
Not quite picking up what you're putting down, (which is nothing to be ashamed of, because you've been picking em up and putting them down for years) but to attempt to play with your rules, he's more of a Bulldog type fella. Sorry about the blk and orange comment. I should be more specific next time..........On a serious note looks like AAA has given the 👍🏼for Hyatt to transfer west to be backup fullback. He'll get plenty of snaps in mop up roll. Excited to have him. Magazine will miss him in their matchup against Panera Bread this week.
That is a very generic mascot NN; which, makes the 'storm now question is 55 really a Blue and White Sebastian County Bulldog? The real prize transfers will happen next year.
I am indeed a Bulldog.... the state championship winning variety. But that's been a minute ago. I enjoy keeping up with all the schools in the area, Magazine in particular.. used to have friends there but it seems they have dimed on my identity... on another unrelated matter. Magazine offensive play calling sucks.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 10, 2019, 07:30:21 am
I am indeed a Bulldog.... the state championship winning variety. But that's been a minute ago. I enjoy keeping up with all the schools in the area, Magazine in particular.. used to have friends there but it seems they have dimed on my identity... on another unrelated matter. Magazine offensive play calling sucks.
The 'storm knew it state champion. It all adds up 55 is a Strong Bulldog. Yep no question.
Wait, are you KD?
Quote from: nastynice on October 10, 2019, 06:56:29 am
Not quite picking up what you're putting down, (which is nothing to be ashamed of, because you've been picking em up and putting them down for years are you calling me an old man???? >:( ??? >:( ??? 8)) but to attempt to play with your rules, he's more of a Bulldog type fella. Sorry about the blk and orange comment. I should be more specific next time..........On a serious note looks like AAA has given the 👍🏼for Hyatt to transfer west to be backup fullback. He'll get plenty of snaps in mop up roll. Excited to have him. Magazine will miss him in their matchup against Panera Bread this week.
Seinfeld reference. Hop Sing episode. "She name name....."
Hyatt, backup, hahahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah
*one hour later* ... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
If only if only... Wrong shade of blue. What I would give to have been KD
Love Dixon, but we beat them too..... Rattler Pride, baby!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 10, 2019, 07:43:07 am
Seinfeld reference. Hop Sing episode. "She name name....."
Hyatt, backup, hahahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah
*one hour later* ... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
I like Seinfeld. But you're right again, Hyatt would not be a RB/FB backup. He'd start at guard. Western town is too deep at RB. Don't need anymore.
Still funny.
But, he would be your best offensive lineman if the decision was made to put him there. We will just keep him at FB here in 'zinerville.
So, after all of WCA's trash talking he has been doing, the 'storm woke up this morning made his cup of Chai Latte; went outside, proceeded to march up a down the street in a torrential downpour for a good 10 minutes while Chanting "GO BIG RED, GO BIG RED!!!" The 'storm's neighbor, who is a full blown boozer was sitting under his awning at 6 a.m. drink in hand, raised his glass saying "DILLY, DILLY!!" When the 'storm came back inside he ran across a video on youtube which reminded him about last years total destruction of the w'cats.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEka17RN73c
Man the 'storm is starting to get overly confident about this Friday matchup.
I am a big fan of Dabo. I enjoyed the video, btw. Fired up. Dabo walking into the stadium giving due to the Lord GOD almighty is my favorite part though.
Quote from: nastynice on October 10, 2019, 08:04:03 am
I like Seinfeld. But you're right again, Hyatt would not be a RB/FB backup. He'd start at guard. Western town is too deep at RB. Don't need anymore.
the 'storm could see the team to the west doing this NN. They do have a history of putting their best Running Backs on the line at Nose Guard.
The 'storm stepped outside this morning to a chill in the air. The type of chill which proceeds something bad is about to happen. Which is going to happen tonight when Coach P delivers his band of Rattler Bad Boys to White Oak Hill tonight and they burn Hector and their w'cats to the ground tonight. The rattler leave victorious and keep their road winning streak alive; while, ending the w'cats home conference winning streak.
Rattlers Roll 42-12
Expected to be in the low 40s with wind continuing to blow by the end of the game. I used to be old school tough in football weather; now, I'm just old. Will have to layer up to stay warm. Maybe our play will keep me warmed up all night.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 11, 2019, 01:41:02 pm
Expected to be in the low 40s with wind continuing to blow by the end of the game. I used to be old school tough in football weather; now, I'm just old. Will have to layer up to stay warm. Maybe our play will keep me warmed up all night.
Always a breeze up here unfortunately, be bundled up myself lol
I will feel a little sorry for those who show up unprepared. But, it always happens at the first cold/cool weather game.
The 'storm told WCA what was going to happen but he just wouldn't leave it alone. The Rattler's are just getting started boys. This one is for you WCA.
CAUTION: Language, they are Rockers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzJDTkXdOuE
Storm hope you are right. Mag is are best team in the conference hope they can rep well come playoff time.
The Playoffs will take care of itself H43. The Rattlers will be ready to represent no matter who they play, don't worry. But as for the rest of tonight, it is time to Club Dub and then start preparing for our revenge on the Arrows.
Time to start getting focused on the Revenge portion of the Rattler's schedule. The Rattlers are Focusing on all the unsettled business the rattlers have with the remaining teams on the schedule and settling said business; starting next Friday night with the arrows.
It will be interesting to see if 24 hands out any Long Yang Black Shirts this week. However, the 'storm would understand any hesitation, seeing how the rattlers collapsed against the arrows last year. 24 might want to really make them work for it and continue to wear the Girlie Girl Greys. 24 need not worry about a collapse this year though; because, the rattlers are going to crush the arrows this upcoming Friday. It is not going to be a good week to be a arrow fan; as the Rattlers cruise to victory 44-15.
I'm still tryna wrap my mind around how there is a 15 page thread about Magazine football!
Read it all and, if you have even average comprehension skills, you'll then understand. It's a great thread.
Great fans, creative writing, humor, date, legends, posters from various local communities, and, of course, some success along the way.
Okay folks, it is Homecoming week in Magazine. We have nothing but Lavaca on our minds. Ready to pay them back for the L they hung on us last which prevented a three-way tie at the top of the conference. So, I am going back to a historically great Rattler athlete from the 90s who pushed us to excellence in so many ways. His work ethic was second to none, his abilities were shown in his stats, his effort was relentless, and his leadership excellence defined. I have often described him as the greatest male leader in Magazine's athletic history. He continues to play a role today (even if it is secondary to Long Yang's role). He was 3-time ALL STATE, two-time state champion (the third state champion in Magazine athletic history) 3-time state runner-up, part of nearly every school record for football including career, season, and game records for total yards from scrimmage, TDs, rushing yards, return yards, etc. He led the Rattlers to a semifinal 3rd-place finish in track and field in 1999. He was part of the foundation that laid the groundwork for success over the following 20 years as he led the team to district titles in '97 and '99 after the school only winning one in the previous 50 years. He was integral in the school starting its cross-country program. He was the leader of our first modern-day football team back in '93. He led us to multiple district titles and regional appearances in basketball. He was a 3-sport all-conference selection. However, football was his passion. In the dictionary, it should show his picture when defining "workhorse". He had multiple games with over 40 carries with one game over 50 touches of the football. Most historians record Chuck Bednarik as the last of the gridiron greats to be on the field for entire games. Well, those legends have nothing on this Rattler legend, as he would play nearly every down on offense, defense, returns, and punts. He was a great athlete, a better leader possessing those intangibles that raised Otto Graham, Roger Staubach, Joe Montana, and Tom Brady to the NFL Mt. Rushmore for QBs. He needs no committee to state that he is better than whoever is put up against him. It is a known fact. Rattler great Josh Scott will forever be embedded into our sports culture and history. Rattler legend: Josh Scott. Rattler Pride!!
10 Long Yang
9 Michael Corbitt
8 JD Leftwich
7 Jason Bonner
6 Josh Dority
5 Skyler McElroy
4 John Williams
3. Ryan Chambers
2. Josh Scott
Rattler Pride!
(Side Note: yes, I could have played Ryan Chambers this week to get the automatic victory according to your younger committee, but am holding onto him for the playoffs...... wait, I am playing Ryan Chambers to get the win this week, then coming back with Josh Scott next week to put the crown on this big fan-based 5-2 lead that I have now. I have enough greats that I can just bring them out come playoff time!!!!)
So, here goes: Ryan Chambers is one of 4 Rattler greats who define "winning". State Champion/undefeated Football 2010, State Champion Track and Field 2012, State MVP football 2010, All State football, All State basketball, All State Baseball, State R-up Track and Field 2011, State R-up Track and Field 2010, State semifinals football 2009, State quarterfinals football 2011, state semifinals track and field 2009, state semifinals baseball 2011, state quarterfinals baseball 2012, 18-time district champion teams, undefeated teams in football and basketball. Voted to state All-Star teams pitching for the west in the baseball game in 2012. All conference in everything he did. Ranked #2 in state in pole vault, high jump, long jump. I am not sure how long of a list you need. I do not plan to embellish anything on this page because it needs nothing added to automatically win.
(Side note: Strategically speaking, I had planned to be fine with my win-loss record going into the playoffs and pull the New York Giants over Patriots upset by playing Cory and Ryan the final couple of weeks of the playoffs. You undercut that move, so I will take this win now!)
But, this does give you plenty of time to prepare your athlete's resume' to try to match Josh Scott's.....
Hector win was very nice, BTW.
Quote from: nastynice on October 14, 2019, 09:45:00 am
I'm still tryna wrap my mind around how there is a 15 page thread about Magazine football!
If the 'storm was on his game last week it would be around 20. But the 'storm didn't think fast enough to divert last weeks conversation to its appropriate thread.
Plus you really have to start at 2018 CMS MAGAZINE then Hackett Magazine threads which are the precursors to this thread. That would put it over 30.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 14, 2019, 04:01:58 pm
If the 'storm was on his game last week it would be around 20. But the 'storm didn't think fast enough to divert last weeks conversation to its appropriate thread.
Plus you really have to start at 2018 CMS MAGAZINE then Hackett Magazine threads which are the precursors to this thread. That would put it over 30.
...because 'storm is a talented instigator, ahem, writer I mean...
First off 43, the 'storm would like to congratulate you on a well played intimidation move. Playing TWO players in one week and then Playing them out of order. You did one up the 'storms intimidation move of giving up "Winner Outs" rights; nice twist to the game. The 'storm's initial response was to have an official review of the thread called to determined who indeed played RC first. But after cooling off and giving it some thought the 'storm remembered he is up 5-1. So even if you do win this week and next which the 'storm knows is highly unlikely the 'storm will still be up 5-3. The 'storm just needs to stay calm and see who is at his disposal.
The 'storm has to admitted Scott has an impressive resume being on the first varsity teams and leaving as the school's all time record holder in so many categories. However, the 'storm does have a question. 93-99 is six high school football seasons to accomplish all those feats 43. What the 'storm finds more impressive and would like to know is; How was he able to get so many hardship waivers from the AAA to stay eligible?
Wait is second. Yep, the 'storm has his great.
Tell you what 43, the 'storm is so confident in this weeks rattler legend he is going to give you 1:2 odds. Thats right the 'storm is going to take out both your legends with one player. No need to wait till next week.
And to show how fair the 'storm has been throughout this match, he is willing to allow this weeks match-up to be decided by a man of the utmost integrity.
This weeks decision will be decided by the one and only "The Good Doctor Jones."
Now off to do some research.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 14, 2019, 04:35:13 pm
First off 43, the 'storm would like to congratulate you on a well played intimidation move. Playing TWO players in one week and then Playing them out of order. You did one up the 'storms intimidation move of giving up "Winner Outs" rights; nice twist to the game. The 'storm's initial response was to have an official review of the thread called to determined who indeed played RC first. But after cooling off and giving it some thought the 'storm remembered he is up 5-1. So even if you do win this week and next which the 'storm knows is highly unlikely the 'storm will still be up 5-3. The 'storm just needs to stay calm and see who is at his disposal.
The 'storm has to admitted Scott has an impressive resume being on the first varsity teams and leaving as the school's all time record holder in so many categories. However, the 'storm does have a question. 93-99 is six high school football seasons to accomplish all those feats 43. What the 'storm finds more impressive and would like to know is; How was he able to get so many hardship waivers from the AAA to stay eligible? that was back when the AAA didn't pay much attention to such things, hence the Shiloh Christian dynasty until rules were put in place ...
Wait is second. Yep, the 'storm has his great.
Tell you what 43, the 'storm is so confident in this weeks rattler legend he is going to give you 1:2 odds. Thats right the 'storm is going to take out both your legends with one player. No need to wait till next week.
And to show how fair the 'storm has been throughout this match, he is willing to allow this weeks match-up to be decided by a man of the utmost integrity.
This weeks decision will be decided by the one and only "The Good Doctor Jones."
Now off to do some research.
Our first team was at the junior high level only. We then went independent in senior high. Then finally conference play in the next cycle. All of the records held were set first at the JH level. He then set all the marks in high school play from the fall of '96 through the fall of '98. But, if you take all the 6 years into account along with all other things, Scott's numbers become astronomical.
Edited
I don't believe he's attempting to play Dr. Jones this week. I think he is summoning Jones to be the honorable judge this week
Misread it. Thanks.
If Doc was from Magazine, I would have played him already!
But I'm good with Doc deciding.
The Doc will have a tough decision on his hands. R43 played the most dominant player ever in Magazine football history. 'Storm will have to have some tricks up his sleeve to win this week.
Heard a story from Doc jones about Ryan Chambers one time. Against Cove in 2010 ryan makes one of the dumbest mistakes in football history by taking a sack in the endzone..in the dang Semis of all games....Jones rips him as he is walking off the field. "I got you coach" next offensive play goes 64 for the score to start the late game route of the panthers.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 15, 2019, 08:18:04 am
The Doc will have a tough decision on his hands. R43 played the most dominant player ever in Magazine football history. 'Storm will have to have some tricks up his sleeve to win this week.
Heard a story from Doc jones about Ryan Chambers one time. Against Cove in 2010 ryan makes one of the dumbest mistakes in football history by taking a sack in the endzone..in the dang Semis of all games....Jones rips him as he is walking off the field. "I got you coach" next offensive play goes 64 for the score to start the late game route of the panthers.
He took a sack because his goober brother missed a block. His brother was searching the stands for his favorite 2nd cousin and missed the whole play.
ole cuz was in the stands cause booneville wasn't playing.... ;)
Quote from: coachc9 on October 15, 2019, 10:46:11 am
ole cuz was in the stands cause booneville wasn't playing.... ;)
🤣😂🤣 Well played, very well played!
Boom roasted
Like Cory (sp? Kory, Korie?) I hear Ryan is a pretty solid slow pitch softball player as well. Jury is still out on which of the twins is better at a woman's sport.
Smh those dudes play slowpitch? LOLOLOL
Usually once the semis start every team but 4 gets a bye. Booneville had one for sure that week.
Revenge week!!!! The 'storm loves revenge week. What the 'storm looks forward to the most in revenge week is hard hitting defense and defensive scores. Speaking of defensive scores the 'storm has been calling for a Scoop and score from Faughn all year. Well the 'storm guesses there was another rattler who got tired of playing second fiddle and decided to take matters into his own hands and become the defensive leader of the team. That player is none other than the Big Man MR Ragio!! 34 yrd caused fumble followed by a scoop and score. The 'storm would have personally handed out a Long Yang Black Shirt for that but the 'storm guesses 24 has his reasons. Honestly, the 'storm thinks 24 might have a vendetta. Look for MR Ragio to continue dominating defensively this week as he leads the Rattler D in shutting down the Arrows from Lavaca.
Rattlers in a breezer
'ziners 49-6
Quote from: nastynice on October 15, 2019, 10:34:54 am
He took a sack because his goober brother missed a block. His brother was searching the stands for his favorite 2nd cousin and missed the whole play.
;D
Quote from: coachc9 on October 15, 2019, 08:18:04 am
The Doc will have a tough decision on his hands. R43 played the most dominant player ever in Magazine football history. 'Storm will have to have some tricks up his sleeve to win this week.
Heard a story from Doc jones about Ryan Chambers one time. Against Cove in 2010 ryan makes one of the dumbest mistakes in football history by taking a sack in the endzone..in the dang Semis of all games....Jones rips him as he is walking off the field. "I got you coach" next offensive play goes 64 for the score to start the late game route of the panthers.
Throwing out some love for a great Rattler legend. Owning a bad play is another great example of leadership; answering it with a TD shows greatness. One of my all-time favorite routes.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 15, 2019, 03:50:29 pm
Throwing out some love for a great Rattler legend. Owning a bad play is another great example of leadership; answering it with a TD shows greatness. One of my all-time favorite routes.
Forgot to add, that was a big momentum swing in the Coves favor, the visiting stands began to chant "Little Rock" "Little Rock".
Ryan shut that down pretty quick.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 15, 2019, 04:52:52 pm
Forgot to add, that was a big momentum swing in the Coves favor, the visiting stands began to chant "Little Rock" "Little Rock".
Ryan shut that down pretty quick.
Fond memories!
Keep trying to talk you boys up not going to work. RC was lucky he got to make a mistake and overcome it. But what about a game where that chance wasn't afforded and you had to be perfect?
Revenge is a dish the 'storm finds served iced cold. When the 'storm thinks of revenge games the 'storm instantly recollects the Great Revenge game of 2010. Donnie Jack had acquired an all star QB from down south and was looking to continue his streak against the rattlers as the "small johns" invaded The Pit. The small johns took the opening drive and marched down the field to kick a field goal for the early 3-0 lead. Then on a rattler 3rd and seven the small johns intercepted a chambers to chambers pass at their own 29 hardline. The small johns had drove to the rattler 17 when it happened. The small john qb dropped back to pass. Zeroed in and threw a dart to his receiver on a slant. Just as the receiver was reaching out for the catch, a blur of mixed red and black flashed in front as Long Yang took a Pick Six 93 yard to the house. Which still stands as the record for pick six yardage. The air deflated out of the small johns ballon and the rattlers prevailed 28-24. It is that kind of defensive play which reminded the 'storm about the greatest defensive performance ever.
It was a bitterly cold thanksgiving day and this weeks legend's team's house was being invaded by a bunch of dragons lead by the states supposed best running back. The majority of the game was played around the 50 waiting for one of the teams to make a mistake. The dragons had an opportunity early in the game at our legend's teams 14 yard line. On the next play our legend blitzed pressuring the dragon QB causing him to rush his throw. CW broke on the ball and ended the only threat of the first half.
The rest of the game was played at the fifty in a three and out battle. When our legend made sure his name would forever be mentioned with the likes of Barry Sanders and Thurman Thomas. With the clock ticking at 3:25 left in the game our legend lined up in the back field. FJ took the snap reading the 17 Ver pulling the ball and headed to the corner. As FJ turned the corner the Dragon Corner was bearing down and just before he delivered the blow, FJ Pitched the ball to our legend who raced 59 yards to the house for the games only score.
The Dragons were not going to go down without a fight though as they started to put together an impressive 2 minute offensive drive and their second scoring opportunity of the night. They had drove to inside the 10 yard lined with 25 seconds left to play. On the next play this weeks legend Paul Smith again blitzed flushing their QB out of the pocket; Causing him to throw off balanced as Smith was taking him down. The ball sailed over the intended receiver and into the hand of EJ to seal the deal 6-0 and a return trip to the Rock. The next week Magazine celebrated its first taste of a State Championship as Smith lead his team to a dominate victory and brought home the Bling from LR.
The 'storm had to take one of the Mount Rushmore of Magazine football to beat you this week 43 even with you playing two legends. Better luck next week. Maybe you can try three next time.
oh and since we are now trying to play/claim Bios in advance. The 'Storm has legal dibs/rights to The Good Doctors feats.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 16, 2019, 12:04:01 pm
Keep trying to talk you boys up not going to work. RC was lucky he got to make a mistake and overcome it. You know I am not a believer in letting luck decide things. I am a believer in the old adage: the harder you work, the luckier you are. RC's talent and hard work along with intangibles created lots of success and titles along the way. But what about a game where that chance wasn't afforded and you had to be perfect?
Revenge is a dish the 'storm finds served iced cold. When the 'storm thinks of revenge games the 'storm instantly recollects the Great Revenge game of 2010. Donnie Jack had acquired an all star QB from down south and was looking to continue his streak against the rattlers as the "small johns" invaded The Pit. The small johns took the opening drive and marched down the field to kick a field goal for the early 3-0 lead. Then on a rattler 3rd and seven the small johns intercepted a chambers to chambers pass at their own 29 hardline. The small johns had drove to the rattler 17 when it happened. The small john qb dropped back to pass. Zeroed in and threw a dart to his receiver on a slant. Just as the receiver was reaching out for the catch, a blur of mixed red and black flashed in front as Long Yang took a Pick Six 93 yard to the house. Which still stands as the record for pick six yardage. The air deflated out of the small johns ballon and the rattlers prevailed 28-24. It is that kind of defensive play which reminded the 'storm about the greatest defensive performance ever.
It was a bitterly cold thanksgiving day and this weeks legend's team's house was being invaded by a bunch of dragons lead by the states supposed best running back. The majority of the game was played around the 50 waiting for one of the teams to make a mistake. The dragons had an opportunity early in the game at our legend's teams 14 yard line. On the next play our legend blitzed pressuring the dragon QB causing him to rush his throw. CW broke on the ball and ended the only threat of the first half.
The rest of the game was played at the fifty in a three and out battle. When our legend made sure his name would forever be mentioned with the likes of Barry Sanders and Thurman Thomas. With the clock ticking at 3:25 left in the game our legend lined up in the back field. FJ took the snap reading the 17 Ver pulling the ball and headed to the corner. As FJ turned the corner the Dragon Corner was bearing down and just before he delivered the blow, FJ Pitched the ball to our legend who raced 59 yards to the house for the games only score.
The Dragons were not going to go down without a fight though as they started to put together an impressive 2 minute offensive drive and their second scoring opportunity of the night. They had drove to inside the 10 yard lined with 25 seconds left to play. On the next play this weeks legend Paul Smith again blitzed flushing their QB out of the pocket; Causing him to throw off balanced as Smith was taking him down. The ball sailed over the intended receiver and into the hand of EJ to seal the deal 6-0 and a return trip to the Rock. The next week Magazine celebrated its first taste of a State Championship as Smith lead his team to a dominate victory and brought home the Bling from LR. I can respect Smith being a great and the meaning of such plays in leverage situations. Nonetheless, if anyone picks him over RC, they are diluted in the mind. So glad I won again, but I will let Doc chime in if he wishes.
The 'storm had to take one of the Mount Rushmore of Magazine football to beat you this week 43 even with you playing two legends. Better luck next week. Maybe you can try three next time. So glad you are letting me utilize three. I thought I might get short-changed and leave out some all-timers...
oh and since we are now trying to play/claim Bios in advance. The 'Storm has legal dibs/rights to The Good Doctors feats. He is all yours since he graduated from the school to the West. Do him justice in the bio.....
Diluted, that is actually appropriate in this situation. On one hand, we have a legend who's accomplishments happened before the the playoffs were diluted out and no week in the post season was a give me. On the other, we have a legend who's accomplishments happened after the 3 classification splits. RC is still great though just not Smith great.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 16, 2019, 04:47:03 pm
Diluted, that is actually appropriate in this situation. On one hand, we have a legend who's accomplishments happened before the the playoffs were diluted out and no week in the post season was a give me. On the other, we have a legend who's accomplishments happened after the 3 classification splits. RC is still great though just not Smith great.
What happened to the Doc calling the winner for this week? SMH
The Doc probably doesn't want to devastate 43. So if we have not heard from him by 1200 noon Friday it will be considered a draw. Which, would be a major win for 43 in this case. We will just assume Scott's additional, all be it impressive, JH accolades were enough to close the gap.
But it would all be a major loss to 43 as well; because, he just burned two of his supposed Aces to no avail.
Hopefully Doc chimes in, id like to know where he stands on this weeks legends.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 17, 2019, 09:56:31 am
Hopefully Doc chimes in, id like to know where he stands on this weeks legends.
Yes would be very interesting indeed. A lot at stack as well, the 'storms generosity could very well put 43 back into the game.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 17, 2019, 09:39:57 am
The Doc probably doesn't want to devastate 43. So if we have not heard from him by 1200 noon Friday it will be considered a draw. Which, would be a major win for 43 in this case. We will just assume Scott's additional, all be it impressive, JH accolades were enough to close the gap.
But it would all be a major loss to 43 as well; because, he just burned two of his supposed Aces to no avail.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 16, 2019, 04:47:03 pm
Diluted, that is actually appropriate in this situation. On one hand, we have a legend who's accomplishments happened before the the playoffs were diluted out and no week in the post season was a give me. On the other, we have a legend who's accomplishments happened after the 3 classification splits. RC is still great though just not Smith great.
I'll agree that classifications are diluted and early playoff games can be easy. Just ask bville from last year's run. But RC's team beat a 3A semifinalist (on the road) that lost by one score to the state champs from 3A. Top teams from each class can play/beat teams up a class.
RC by a landslide. I appreciate Smith's great game. RC was great all the time even in similar high leverage situations. But if you go watch that game, "perfect " doesn't describe your man or team. Three and punt all game long... much respect but RC in dominating fashion.
Yes. I burned two aces. But for the wins!!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 17, 2019, 05:35:23 pm
I'll agree that classifications are diluted and early playoff games can be easy. Just ask bville from last year's run. But RC's team beat a 3A semifinalist (on the road) that lost by one score to the state champs from 3A. Top teams from each class can play/beat teams up a class.
RC by a landslide. I appreciate Smith's great game. RC was great all the time even in similar high leverage situations. But if you go watch that game, "perfect " doesn't describe your man or team. Three and punt all game long... much respect but RC in dominating fashion.
Yes. I burned two aces. But for the wins!!
Please, landslide. Smith all day long, 43. And Yes it was not only the perfect game but the greatest football game ever played in logan county. Plus you can't forget RC actually had the duck hunter CC and Long Yang consistently making him look good. Additionally teleport Smith to the 2a in 2010 and your looking at a 3000 yard rusher.
Despite the 'storm letting the past matchups be decided by committee, it is a good thing we agreed on the Doc deciding this week 43. No more self proclaimed victories 43.
;D
Go Rattlers Go!!!!!!
Can't wait to see who Storm talks about this week. This guy is a story telling machine.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 21, 2019, 08:03:36 am
Can't wait to see who Storm talks about this week. This guy is a story telling machine.
As good as his stories are, he still gets beaten by my facts nearly every week. RC won and he will have to tell an all time talltale to beat the Juice.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 21, 2019, 08:03:36 am
Can't wait to see who Storm talks about this week. This guy is a story telling machine.
Fan Girling so hard.
RC was good. IMO the most dominant of all time at magazine. No team stopped him during the run.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 21, 2019, 05:19:28 pm
RC was good. IMO the most dominant of all time at magazine. No team stopped him during the run.
Fan girling so hard.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 21, 2019, 05:16:12 pm
As good as his stories are, he still gets beaten by my facts nearly every week. RC won and he will have to tell an all time talltale to beat the Juice.
What? It was clearly obvious the 'storm not only won last week but beat both your legends with one player. The Good Doc obviously doesn't want to be seen as a cat sympathizer before week Nine. But if you want to reuse the juice again this week 43 by all means do so. The 'storm has already beaten him once even being paired up with RC; doing so by himself? no problem.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 21, 2019, 09:37:15 pm
What? It was clearly obvious the 'storm not only won last week but beat both your legends with one player. The Good Doc obviously doesn't want to be seen as a cat sympathizer before week Nine. But if you want to reuse the juice again this week 43 by all means do so. The 'storm has already beaten him once even being paired up with RC; doing so by himself? no problem.
We all know of the storms ability to be unbiased and impartial. Only speaking in Objective truth, never the subjective.
Ok I have been insanely busy trying to figure out how to win a conference game. I did go back and read the last couple pages. I'm getting caught up.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 15, 2019, 08:18:04 am
The Doc will have a tough decision on his hands. R43 played the most dominant player ever in Magazine football history. 'Storm will have to have some tricks up his sleeve to win this week.
Heard a story from Doc jones about Ryan Chambers one time. Against Cove in 2010 ryan makes one of the dumbest mistakes in football history by taking a sack in the endzone..in the dang Semis of all games....Jones rips him as he is walking off the field. "I got you coach" next offensive play goes 64 for the score to start the late game route of the panthers.
All true.
For me I don't know how the list could have not just put Cory and Ryan tied at one. Of course then they would argue which name should be listed ahead of the other.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 22, 2019, 10:05:42 am
For me I don't know how the list could have not just put Cory and Ryan tied at one. Of course then they would argue which name should be listed ahead of the other.
Soo petty those two.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 22, 2019, 10:05:42 am
For me I don't know how the list could have not just put Cory and Ryan tied at one. Of course then they would argue which name should be listed ahead of the other.
Because this is a game of WAR not a who's top ten is better.
Storm..........List yours in order.
The 'storm can list his top ten at a latter date, Doc. You were brought in to decide last weeks war match up between Paul Smith and the combination of R chambers along with josh scott.
if your wanting the week to week matchups. that can be done as well.
So here are the matchups doc and the outcomes thus far.
Corey Abrahamson v Michael Corbitt (winner storm)
Clarion "wennie" Wingfield v jd leftwich (winner storm)
Glen Herrera v Jason Bonner (winner storm)
Tony Sheppard v Josh Dority (winner 43 but after weeks of reconsideration winner storm)
Skyler Mcelroy v C Chambers (winner storm)
Josh Holloway v John Williams (winner storm)
Paul Smith v R Chambers and Josh Scott (obvious winner Storm but in good sport agreed to go with the Doc's opinion)
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 22, 2019, 10:05:42 am
For me I don't know how the list could have not just put Cory and Ryan tied at one. Of course then they would argue which name should be listed ahead of the other.
Both those punks were way overrated! They couldn't score 6 with a pencil.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 22, 2019, 11:37:10 am
So here are the matchups doc and the outcomes thus far.
Corey Abrahamson v Michael Corbitt (winner storm)
Clarion "wennie" Wingfield v jd leftwich (winner storm)
Glen Herrera v Jason Bonner (winner storm)
Tony Sheppard v Josh Dority (winner 43 but after weeks of reconsideration winner storm)
Skyler Mcelroy v C Chambers (winner storm)
Josh Holloway v John Williams (winner storm)
Paul Smith v R Chambers and Josh Scott (obvious winner Storm but in good sport agreed to go with the Doc's opinion)
If you combine R Chamber and Josh Scott, it isn't close. It would have been fun if those two played at the same time.
I once saw Josh Scott doing lunges on the Football field with a big log on his shoulders. At the time he was probably 25 years old. I asked him what in the world he was doing. He replied that he was getting ready for men's basketball season. Wow. No doubt Josh is one of the most fierce competitors out there. What an incredible work ethic.
I don't remember watching Paul Smith. I was probably playing football down on the track being yelled at over the loud speaker by Mr Baily. The word I hear is he was truly one of the great Bearcat legends.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 22, 2019, 12:30:21 pm
If you combine R Chamber and Josh Scott, it isn't close. It would have been fun if those two played at the same time.
That is pure blasphemy Doc.
Doc - "For me I don't know how the list could have not just put Cory and Ryan tied at one. Of course then they would argue which name should be listed ahead of the other."
RC wins all by himself and Josh Scott aka the Juice will win this week...Quote from: alaskanstorm on Today at 11:37:10 am
So here are the matchups doc and the outcomes thus far.
Corey Abrahamson v Michael Corbitt (winner storm)
Clarion "wennie" Wingfield v jd leftwich (winner storm)
Glen Herrera v Jason Bonner (winner storm)
Tony Sheppard v Josh Dority (winner 43 but after weeks of reconsideration winner storm)
Skyler Mcelroy v C Chambers (winner storm)
Josh Holloway v John Williams (winner storm)
Paul Smith v R Chambers and Josh Scott (obvious winner Storm but in good sport agreed to go with the Doc's opinion)
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 22, 2019, 12:30:21 pm
If you combine R Chamber and Josh Scott, it isn't close. It would have been fun if those two played at the same time.
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D :o ;) 8)
Bbbwwwwaaaahhhhaaaahhhhhaaaaaa. I can't decide which is funniest: me winning all these battles, Doc siding with me, or the look on your face that I keep imagining as you read about your losing. Pure blasphemy. Hahahahahahah. Haven't even heard of Smith. Lol. Now, you see that Booneville alumni, Greenwood alumni, Waldron folks, and RattlerNation have all sided with me.
Your only win is Cory over Skyler and that was a battle of titans.
Now, Doc has me winning with the Juice as well. BTW, Josh Scott stacked up those accolades and records playing in a conference which included Chucktown, Danville, Hector (back when they were in state semifinals vs. Shiloh and Charleston), Mansfield, etc. Kind of like Magazine in the conference Booneville now resides. Not that it would matter but thought I would throw that info in just for you.
Thanks, Doc. You made my day!
First off 43, the 'storm thinks you are reading a little to much into the Doc's post. First off he just gave his opinion on LAST weeks matchup which is just that his opinion. Secondly you only won if you played both RC and JC last week together. Thirdly and finally of course all those schools which beat the 'zine back in the 90's until recently are going to side with you 43. That is because of the repeated decades of beat downs they receive at the hands of the greats the 'storm has been playing.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 22, 2019, 03:40:50 pm
First off 43, the 'storm thinks you are reading a little to much into the Doc's post. First off he just gave his opinion on LAST weeks matchup which is just that his opinion. Secondly you only won if you played both RC and JC last week together. Thirdly and finally of course all those schools which beat the 'zine back in the 90's until recently are going to side with you 43. That is because of the repeated decades of beat downs they receive at the hands of the greats the 'storm has been playing.
I've been known to do that from time to time....
I do believe you brought his opinion into this war, so I plan to utilize it well within my arsenal of tricks. My tricks for winning these battles are endless!!
Beatdowns, yes. Bearcats have beat down lots of teams over the years. Losses, yes, we took our fair share when starting back up in the 90s. That is why the Juice wins. He ended the beatdowns and began us on our track to winning by helping change the culture.
I love competition, but, winning makes it even more fun!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 22, 2019, 03:40:50 pm
First off 43, the 'storm thinks you are reading a little to much into the Doc's post. First off he just gave his opinion on LAST weeks matchup which is just that his opinion. Secondly you only won if you played both RC and JC last week together. Thirdly and finally of course all those schools which beat the 'zine back in the 90's until recently are going to side with you 43. That is because of the repeated decades of beat downs they receive at the hands of the greats the 'storm has been playing.
uhhhh.. I never lost to Booneville... But I'm with R43.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 22, 2019, 03:48:26 pm
I've been known to do that from time to time....
I do believe you brought his opinion into this war, so I plan to utilize it well within my arsenal of tricks. My tricks for winning these battles are endless!!
Beatdowns, yes. Bearcats have beat down lots of teams over the years. Losses, yes, we took our fair share when starting back up in the 90s. That is why the Juice wins. He ended the beatdowns and began us on our track to winning by helping change the culture.
I love competition, but, winning makes it even more fun!
Yes the 'storm did recommend the Doc opinions and he will rue the day. Going against the true Magazine greats who have put the cleats on representing and defending the Pride of Logan County. So the 'storm now leads 5-2, after the Sheppard reversal. The truth is The 'storm only let you have that one so you wouldn't get discouraged.
The Juice ended the beatdowns? If you say so 43.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 22, 2019, 05:04:59 pm
uhhhh.. I never lost to Booneville... But I'm with R43.
Your in select company 55, one of the few.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 22, 2019, 07:35:40 pm
Yes the 'storm did recommend the Doc opinions and he will rue the day. Going against the true Magazine greats who have put the cleats on representing and defending the Pride of Logan County. in football, yes, for the bigger parts of 5 decades. So the 'storm now leads 5-2, after the Sheppard reversal. The truth is The 'storm only let you have that one so you wouldn't get discouraged. And I thank you.
The Juice ended the beatdowns? If you say so 43. Well, that may have been an exaggeration. Every program takes a beat down from time to time. Shiloh vs. Booneville or Ozark vs. Booneville a few years back. He got us moving the right direction with his leadership, desire, determination, and such.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 22, 2019, 07:42:36 pm
Your in select company 55, one of the few.
I never lost to a Booneville football or baseball team ... ever. I, too, am in select company! ;)
Revenge week act two is in full swing. It brings to mind the night of September 30, 2011 showdown between the small johns and Rattlers. The Small Johns had tied the game up in the 4th quarter 28-28. When on the ensuing rattler possession R Chambers was taken out by an unsportsmanlike hit from the small john defense. The Johns were driving and had a first and 10 at the rattler 36 yardline. When on the next play it happened. Dority blitzed flushing the small johns QB out of the pocket to the right. Moua had blew past the small john tackle with a rip move and zeroed in on the QB delivering a thunderous hit and the ball was on the ground. It was a race to the ball between the small john Halfback and Long Yang. Long yang was about to dive on the ball when he thought "Heck no y'all just took out my QB. I'm taking this one to the house." The small john HB dove for the ball. When Long Yang on a dead sprint, reached down with his right hand, grabbed the ball out from between the Halfback's arms, raced 62 yards for the go ahead score and left small john stadium victoriously 35-28.
This reminded the 'storm of the greatest revenge game of all time and this week's Great #19. This revenge game would however be decided in the Rock. The previous week #19 lead his tea to an early lead on the road over the defending Champs before having to exit the game with a leg injury. The owls fought back and tied the game right before half. During halftime #19 overheard the team doctor tell Coach "he is done." #19 got up hobbled toward them and said "I'm good to go on defense coach. I can't hurt it any worse." The Doctor shrugged his shoulders uncertainly and Coach said "okay, you are good to go." The second half started with #19 making tackle after tackle shutting down the Owl offense in the second half; sending his team back to the rock for the first time since the 80's.
Our legend found himself in a back and forth Scrap the following week as the momentum shifted throughout the game. Our greats team had just taken the lead late in the forth quarter 29-21 when the Scrapper offense took the field for the final time. The Scrapper QB lined up in the shotgun and took the snap drifting to left. The defensive end brought pressure form the side causing the QB to try and avoid the tackle stepping back to the right. The Nose guard had broke through the line of scrimmage on a bull rush and collided with the QB at full speed. The ball was on the ground and this weeks Magazine Great John Chase was Johnnie on the spot with the fumble recovery ending any scrapper threat; while, securing the title for the second time in history. That night the good people of The 'Zine were able celebrated their football greatness again.
Ironically 43, this weeks great reminds the 'storm a lot of Tatum Scott. He spent most of his time way up on the mountain chopping wood, hunting and fetching water. So with a name like Tatum Scott you know this kid isn't living the easy life on the main streets of Magazine but rather way back up on the mountain hunting wild boar with a Bowie.
It is also ironic this weeks great beats Josh Scott. Who was bringing home, what second or third place conference finishes? While, the 'storms great was bringing home football gold back from the Rock. You might want to rethink just playing Scott this week if you actually want a chance to win 43. As of now:
'storm-6 43-2
100% entertaining. 10% factual. LOL!!
These make my day. I need an escape from the craziness of game week.
Bubba Smith might be the best Magazine to Booneville Transplants. I'm pretty sure not only did he help them win games, but he broke some bench press records. Has the storm spoke of the Bubba?
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 23, 2019, 11:15:20 am
100% entertaining. 10% factual. LOL!!
These make my day. I need an escape from the craziness of game week.
Bubba Smith might be the best Magazine to Booneville Transplants. I'm pretty sure not only did he help them win games, but he broke some bench press records. Has the storm spoke of the Bubba?
haven't had to yet. The 'storm agrees he is up there with the all time Magazine Greats and in the 'storms opinion only surpassed by a few; maybe one.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 23, 2019, 09:16:45 am
Revenge week act two is in full swing. It brings to mind the night of September 30, 2011 showdown between the small johns and Rattlers. The Small Johns had tied the game up in the 4th quarter 28-28. When on the ensuing rattler possession R Chambers was taken out by an unsportsmanlike hit from the small john defense. The Johns were driving and had a first and 10 at the rattler 36 yardline. When on the next play it happened. Dority blitzed flushing the small johns QB out of the pocket to the right. Moua had blew past the small john tackle with a rip move and zeroed in on the QB delivering a thunderous hit and the ball was on the ground. It was a race to the ball between the small john Halfback and Long Yang. Long yang was about to dive on the ball when he thought "Heck no y'all just took out my QB. I'm taking this one to the house." The small john HB dove for the ball. When Long Yang on a dead sprint, reached down with his right hand, grabbed the ball out from between the Halfback's arms, raced 62 yards for the go ahead score and left small john stadium victoriously 35-28.
This reminded the 'storm of the greatest revenge game of all time and this week's Great #19. This revenge game would however be decided in the Rock. The previous week #19 lead his tea to an early lead on the road over the defending Champs before having to exit the game with a leg injury. The owls fought back and tied the game right before half. During halftime #19 overheard the team doctor tell Coach "he is done." #19 got up hobbled toward them and said "I'm good to go on defense coach. I can't hurt it any worse." The Doctor shrugged his shoulders uncertainly and Coach said "okay, you are good to go." The second half started with #19 making tackle after tackle shutting down the Owl offense in the second half; sending his team back to the rock for the first time since the 80's.
Our legend found himself in a back and forth Scrap the following week as the momentum shifted throughout the game. Our greats team had just taken the lead late in the forth quarter 29-21 when the Scrapper offense took the field for the final time. The Scrapper QB lined up in the shotgun and took the snap drifting to left. The defensive end brought pressure form the side causing the QB to try and avoid the tackle stepping back to the right. The Nose guard had broke through the line of scrimmage on a bull rush and collided with the QB at full speed. The ball was on the ground and this weeks Magazine Great John Chase was Johnnie on the spot with the fumble recovery ending any scrapper threat; while, securing the title for the second time in history. That night the good people of The 'Zine were able celebrated their football greatness again.
Ironically 43, this weeks great reminds the 'storm a lot of Tatum Scott. He spent most of his time way up on the mountain chopping wood, hunting and fetching water. So with a name like Tatum Scott you know this kid isn't living the easy life on the main streets of Magazine but rather way back up on the mountain hunting wild boar with a Bowie.
It is also ironic this weeks great beats Josh Scott. Who was bringing home, what second or third place conference finishes? While, the 'storms great was bringing home football gold back from the Rock. You might want to rethink just playing Scott this week if you actually want a chance to win 43. As of now:
'storm-6 43-2
Definitely one of the best that you've listed so far. I only have Cory above him from your list. And I do place a high premium on winning.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 23, 2019, 11:15:20 am
100% entertaining. 10% factual. LOL!!
These make my day. I need an escape from the craziness of game week.
Bubba Smith might be the best Magazine to Booneville Transplants. I'm pretty sure not only did he help them win games, but he broke some bench press records. Has the storm spoke of the Bubba?
Another great to be sure.....
That describes 'storm's posts. He is 10% or less accurate on who is winning this competition. Mine are more like 95% accurate and 10% entertaining.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 23, 2019, 11:33:11 am
haven't had to yet. The 'storm agrees he is up there with the all time Magazine Greats and in the 'storms opinion only surpassed by a few; maybe one.
You might have won more than once or twice had you played him sooner. I cannot wait to see which great you have ahead of him. I am still a little bothered that you played Cory knowing I would eventually play him. Booneville has enough history of greats with Magazine/Booneville connections that you could have left him for me. But knowing I was dominating, I understand your ploy. It was a great play, but still ........ According to the entire FF world (except 'storm), I now have a commanding lead.
But, whatever. I cannot wait to hear who you have ahead of Bubba.
You must be talking to a very small contingent of FF posters 43; because, the feedback the 'storm is getting from a large contingent is you are being obliterated. Anyway a little bit about the game this Friday. The smart money has Hyatt running for 250 and three TDs but the 'storm has a feeling that is not going to happen. Instead the 'storm senses a 275 yard 4 td performance delivered by K Faughn. The 'storm doesn't know why but the probability for that scenario coming to fruition is standing at around 95%.
Rattlers dismantle the other team 52-6.
I will admit this may be the greatest page on the boards this year. If we could have only been in 2a back in 2007 we maybe could of all these same old greatest memories I admit I'm jealous. Those were some awesome years for the Rat's.
Hey, for all the cuttin' up we've been doing with each other, you need to know that just this week, the football coaches and I were discussing conference strength back in those days. Hold Mtburg in high esteem. I personally believe we, Danville, and Mtburg were 1, 2, and 6 in 2A. Really thought y'all had Dixon that year. He proved that next year just how awesome he was. Anyway, keep churning out good teams and one year will be your year.
WE had them down 28 to 7 at half then they put Dixon in as QB on a RPO it was game over he was a man against boys. I went and shook his hand after the game and told him that to his face and said thank you sir. One of my proudest moments. Laid all my feelings to the side don't see that kinda talent but one or twice in a lifetime.
WE had them down 28 to 7 at half then they put Dixon in as QB on a RPO it was game over he was a man amongst boys. I went and shook his hand after the game and told him that to his face and said thank you sir. One of my proudest moments. Laid all my feelings to the side don't see that kinda talent but one or twice in a lifetime.
Yep. We had them down as well and he put on a show in the second half. Still the greatest player to play at Diamondback Stadium. And we've had some great ones.
Did you have him the championship year we did
Not during his championship run. We played them during our championship run.
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 23, 2019, 07:22:37 pm
I will admit this may be the greatest page on the boards this year. If we could have only been in 2a back in 2007 we maybe could of all these same old greatest memories I admit I'm jealous. Those were some awesome years for the Rat's.
The formula is actually very simple DV. It is called winning more than one game in the playoffs and actually getting to the door, so you have a chance to knock on it. the 'storm will admit he is somewhat impressed with da 'burgs consistency in reaching the playoff. However, The 'storm shakes his head in disbelief with the abysmal results to the point of being amused.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 23, 2019, 11:15:20 am
100% entertaining. 10% factual. LOL!!
These make my day. I need an escape from the craziness of game week.
Bubba Smith might be the best Magazine to Booneville Transplants. I'm pretty sure not only did he help them win games, but he broke some bench press records. Has the storm spoke of the Bubba?
That guy was an animal! Actually worked out with him at the ol' "GYM DANDY's SPORTS CLUB" there in Charleston a time or two. That meaning, I watched in awe as he moved weight unlike any I had ever seen. He had donned the prosthetic leg at this point.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 23, 2019, 09:27:42 pm
The formula is actually very simple DV. It is called winning more than one game in the playoffs and actually getting to the door, so you have a chance to knock on it. the 'storm will admit he is somewhat impressed with da 'burgs consistency in reaching the playoff. However, The 'storm shakes his head in disbelief with the abysmal results to the point of being amused.
I Agree!!
Corey Abrahamson v Michael Corbitt Love the chubby qb but Abrahamson was more dominate. Winner Abrahamson
Clarion "wennie" Wingfield v jd leftwich Don't know a thing about either, but a school is named after the one so winner Leftwich
Glen Herrera v Jason Bonner, This one isn't close Winner Bonner
Tony Sheppard v Josh Dority Dority was the most dominate defensive player in the state and stands at 2nd all time in total tackles in Arkansas high school history. Dority wins
Skyler Mcelroy v C Chambers I would say Cory, but I'm scared Skyler (the state trooper) might give me a ticket, so winner McElroy
Josh Holloway v John Williams If the Storm goes with Trey Holloway I would have gone that way, but Williams was multisport Champion so winner Williams
Paul Smith v R Chambers and Josh Scott Paul smith was great no doubt, but a two for one swings the tide Winning combo of Chambers and Scott.
This ruling is legitimized, by the legitimizer.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 24, 2019, 09:01:38 am
Corey Abrahamson v Michael Corbitt Love the chubby qb but Abrahamson was more dominate. Winner Abrahamson
Clarion "wennie" Wingfield v jd leftwich Don't know a thing about either, but a school is named after the one so winner Leftwich
Glen Herrera v Jason Bonner, This one isn't close Winner Bonner
Tony Sheppard v Josh Dority Dority was the most dominate defensive player in the state and stands at 2nd all time in total tackles in Arkansas high school history. Dority wins
Skyler Mcelroy v C Chambers I would say Cory, but I'm scared Skyler (the state trooper) might give me a ticket, so winner McElroy
Josh Holloway v John Williams If the Storm goes with Trey Holloway I would have gone that way, but Williams was multisport Champion so winner Williams
Paul Smith v R Chambers and Josh Scott Paul smith was great no doubt, but a two for one swings the tide Winning combo of Chambers and Scott.
This ruling is legitimized, by the legitimizer.
Doc just a fair warning but you just officially burned all your bridges to western logan county. You probably should only visit on game days accompanied by a squadron of Police Officers. Next week will be brutal.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 24, 2019, 09:01:38 am
Corey Abrahamson v Michael Corbitt Love the chubby qb but Abrahamson was more dominate. Winner Abrahamson
Clarion "wennie" Wingfield v jd leftwich Don't know a thing about either, but a school is named after the one so winner Leftwich
Glen Herrera v Jason Bonner, This one isn't close Winner Bonner
Tony Sheppard v Josh Dority Dority was the most dominate defensive player in the state and stands at 2nd all time in total tackles in Arkansas high school history. Dority wins
Skyler Mcelroy v C Chambers I would say Cory, but I'm scared Skyler (the state trooper) might give me a ticket, so winner McElroy
Josh Holloway v John Williams If the Storm goes with Trey Holloway I would have gone that way, but Williams was multisport Champion so winner Williams
Paul Smith v R Chambers and Josh Scott Paul smith was great no doubt, but a two for one swings the tide Winning combo of Chambers and Scott.
This ruling is legitimized, by the legitimizer.
Somewhere Cory is weeping....
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 24, 2019, 09:12:03 am
Doc just a fair warning but you just officially burned all your bridges to western logan county. You probably should only visit on game days accompanied by a squadron of Police Officers. Next week will be brutal.
I'm pretty sure nobody over there cares.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 23, 2019, 05:29:24 pm
I admit Rattler43 is the ultimate authority on everything South Logan County. And yes my quote has been hacked.
What happened to my Post Doc?
I didn't want to be hacked into a false quote. Moderator power.
LoL The 'storm didn't even think that one was so bad.
Well it does look like it has been confirmed 43 only wins last week by playing both RC and JS. Congrats on your actual first win of the game.
Quote from: AlumniLights on October 24, 2019, 07:46:15 am
That guy was an animal! Actually worked out with him at the ol' "GYM DANDY's SPORTS CLUB" there in Charleston a time or two. That meaning, I watched in awe as he moved weight unlike any I had ever seen. He had donned the prosthetic leg at this point.
Yes, sir. Powerful individual.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 24, 2019, 09:01:38 am
Corey Abrahamson v Michael Corbitt Love the chubby qb but Abrahamson was more dominate. Winner Abrahamson
Clarion "wennie" Wingfield v jd leftwich Don't know a thing about either, but a school is named after the one so winner Leftwich
Glen Herrera v Jason Bonner, This one isn't close Winner Bonner
Tony Sheppard v Josh Dority Dority was the most dominate defensive player in the state and stands at 2nd all time in total tackles in Arkansas high school history. Dority wins
Skyler Mcelroy v C Chambers I would say Cory, but I'm scared Skyler (the state trooper) might give me a ticket, so winner McElroy
Josh Holloway v John Williams If the Storm goes with Trey Holloway I would have gone that way, but Williams was multisport Champion so winner Williams
Paul Smith v R Chambers and Josh Scott Paul smith was great no doubt, but a two for one swings the tide Winning combo of Chambers and Scott.
This ruling is legitimized, by the legitimizer.
This just gets better and better all the time! Thanks for legitimizing this, Doc!! Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 24, 2019, 09:12:03 am
Doc just a fair warning but you just officially burned all your bridges to western logan county. You probably should only visit on game days accompanied by a squadron of Police Officers. Next week will be brutal.
And building new expansive ones!!Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 24, 2019, 09:14:31 am
Somewhere Cory is weeping....
;D
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 24, 2019, 09:53:57 am
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 23, 2019, 05:29:24 pm
I admit Rattler43 is the ultimate authority on everything South Logan County.
And I didn't think this thread could get any better!!!! ;)
Good luck tomorrow night, Doc.
Congrats on reaching 17 pages, amazing! ::)
View count is decent, but the 800+ replies are amazing! Rattler Pride!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 24, 2019, 03:30:55 pm
View count is decent, but the 800+ replies are amazing! Rattler Pride!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
you guys catching up to the
KD thread couple of years ago!
43 The 'storm thinks you edited his Quote. Therefore misquoting the quote.
And if we have learned anything from today, it is that the Good Doc cannot be trusted. The Doc has obviously sold his soul. The next thing you know he is going to come on here and say the Juice beats J. Chase.
Which was, ironically, started by a Rattler!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 24, 2019, 03:30:55 pm
View count is decent, but the 800+ replies are amazing! Rattler Pride!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It is decent. The 'storm is starting to think about going on strike until Lanny agrees to payout a periodic "Influencer" Stipend. FF was a rundown ghost town until the 'storm returned.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 24, 2019, 04:03:45 pm
It is decent. The 'storm is starting to think about going on strike until Lanny agrees to payout a periodic "Influencer" Stipend. FF was a rundown ghost town until the 'storm returned.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 24, 2019, 04:03:45 pm
It is decent. The 'storm is starting to think about going on strike until Lanny agrees to payout a periodic "Influencer" Stipend. FF was a rundown ghost town until the 'storm returned.
Get in line...
See Dixon post ;)
Hey you Rat's are beating the JC thread and how many Rings do they have hottie totty are y'all
We are as passionate as any fan base. That's the way it should be. Junction is the gold standard for football on the field in 2A over the past 25 years. But that should not diminish our capacity for supporting our team. Rattler Pride !!!!!!!!!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 24, 2019, 08:35:26 pm
We are as passionate as any fan base. That's the way it should be. Junction is the gold standard for football on the field in 2A over the past 25 years. But that should not diminish our capacity for supporting our team. Rattler Pride !!!!!!!!!
+1
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 24, 2019, 03:51:39 pm
43 The 'storm thinks you edited his Quote. Therefore misquoting the quote.
And if we have learned anything from today, it is that the Good Doc cannot be trusted. The Doc has obviously sold his soul. The next thing you know he is going to come on here and say the Juice beats J. Chase.
:o
43 what was the see what I did on the other thread I may be blind or to slow
Just a poor effort at humor.
The poop discussion between multiple posters. You are Dragon voice. I said I was the voice of reason.
My apologies for the awful attempt... :P
Oh okay I'm little old and slow on stuff you was adding a little English dry humor in there.
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on October 24, 2019, 05:35:39 pm
Get in line...
See Dixon post ;)
seen it 24, has a life of its own. The 'storm must say you sure are being a stickler in distributing back out the black shirts. it has been so long you will have to let us know exactly which defensive play earned it for each black shirt. rattler nation is enthusiastically waiting.
I'm gonna have to go back and read this whole dang thing cause I've have no ideal what kinda game y'all playing lol
I really have no preference between other conference schools, but good luck tomorrow. I really want our game vs. Mtburg to be a marquee matchup.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 24, 2019, 08:52:25 pm
Right you think you know a guy.
This has evolved into my favorite thread ever.
Quote from: Dragonsvoice on October 24, 2019, 08:54:40 pm
I'm gonna have to go back and read this whole dang thing cause I've have no ideal what kinda game y'all playing lol
Good luck ...
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 24, 2019, 09:01:50 pm
I really have no preference between other conference schools, but good luck tomorrow. I really want our game vs. Mtburg to be a marquee matchup.
it will be the game of the week on hooters I think
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 24, 2019, 08:51:49 pm
seen it 24, has a life of its own. The 'storm must say you sure are being a stickler in distributing back out the black shirts. it has been so long you will have to let us know exactly which defensive play earned it for each black shirt. rattler nation is enthusiastically waiting.
I wish I could pass one out....so far we havent earned one yet....
Man your tuff 24. Not even a scoop and score or a pick six? The 'storm guesses we will get to see if it was another good week of practice in the girlie girl grays tonight at that other teams place.
The 'storm needs to go wake up the neighborhood.
GO BIG RED, BOOM, BOOM, BOOM, BOOM, GO BIG RED, BOOM, BOOM, BOOM, BOOM GO BIG RED
with last nights results the rattlers ensured themselves at least a share of the conference championship. But the 'zine's goal has been from day one to obtain their 4th outright conference championship in 11 years. That will come to fruition this Friday as the Fighting Terrier continues churning out yardage; while, da ' burgs offense is appropriately welcomed to Mr. Raggio's neighborhood.
43 it was a smart move not playing anyone against J Chase last week. Must have been a strategy move on your part. So the 'storm will out again with a commanding 6-2 advantage.
Nah. Won with RC alone according to Doc saying he's the #1 overall. Then the Juice was enough to take on Chase this past week.
Now it's Championship Week. With the burg losing last week, I expect them to bring their A game in an attempt to secure a co-conference championship. It'll be a backyard brawl with the two biggest baddest backs in the 2A-4 going toe to toe.
Speaking of backyard brawls, my Rattler legend this week fits into legendary status like Satchel Paige, Oscar Charleston, Josh Gibson, and others who either never got to really show their stuff or were too old when the opportunity came. He is generally regarded as one of the ten greatest athletes to come through our hallowed halls. It all started young. In all his little league seasons, he won the title all but two seasons and never lost a game to any bearcats squad. He won the local punt, pass, and kick competition in Booneville. Then in junior high he did no less than torch all local schools in basketball. He was District MVP in Track and Field (Magazine's first of many). He made the Westark baseball team in college. But his football career was curtailed by the era in which he lived. His football legacy lives on in the memories of all who were there for that December championship day game as early/mid 80s bearcats Diamond and Jones and friends challenged Wallace and his Rattler friends to a friendly game of backyard, no holds barred, rock em sock em, full tackle football. As expected, both teams played lights out. The Booneville bunch with a pounding ground game and the Rattlers with a balanced attack having the speed advantage. Finally with less than a minute in the game, Wallace intercepted a pass. With Wallace at QB, the Rattlers drove to midfield, but with time running out and no timeouts threw an incomplete pass purposefully to stop the clock. In the huddle he tells his two wideouts, Smith and Bryan what to do. Bryan makes a double move getting just a step on the bearcat db. Wallace, who already accounted for 5 TDS in the game, in Staubach fashion, heaves it as far as he can and gets planted. Bryan streaking down the field at full speed looks back for the ball ... and it appears overthrown. Continuing at full speed, leaps with outstretched hands for the ball and ... WHAM!!!! All the players from both teams gather over his prostrate body trying to help him regain consciousness. When they turn him over, he is holding the ball with the game-winning catch. (He had hit a fence at the back of the end zone hurling him through the air until the big thud of his face plant.). Wallace ends the game with three rushing TDS and three passing TDS including the game-winner as time ran out.
Wallace achieved all of this in a time when our conference had 17 teams including the likes of Pottsville, Danville (whose QB, Brad Taylor, went on to start for the Razorbacks), etc.
He beat Booneville in baseball.
He beat Booneville at basketball.
He beat Booneville in Track.
He beat a bunch of bearcats in a football game Papale style!
Billy Wallace: Rattler legend, Rattler Pride!!
Now, Rattlers, lets go get this championship to prepare for the playoffs!!!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 28, 2019, 09:15:55 pm
Nah. Won with RC alone according to Doc saying he's the #1 overall. Then the Juice was enough to take on Chase this past week.
Now it's Championship Week. With the burg losing last week, I expect them to bring their A game in an attempt to secure a co-conference championship. It'll be a backyard brawl with the two biggest baddest backs in the 2A-4 going toe to toe.
Speaking of backyard brawls, my Rattler legend this week fits into legendary status like Satchel Paige, Oscar Charleston, Josh Gibson, and others who either never got to really show their stuff or were too old when the opportunity came. He is generally regarded as one of the ten greatest athletes to come through our hallowed halls. It all started young. In all his little league seasons, he won the title all but two seasons and never lost a game to any bearcats squad. He won the local punt, pass, and kick competition in Booneville. Then in junior high he did no less than torch all local schools in basketball. He was District MVP in Track and Field (Magazine's first of many). He made the Westark baseball team in college. But his football career was curtailed by the era in which he lived. His football legacy lives on in the memories of all who were there for that December championship day game as early/mid 80s bearcats Diamond and Jones and friends challenged Wallace and his Rattler friends to a friendly game of backyard, no holds barred, rock em sock em, full tackle football. As expected, both teams played lights out. The Booneville bunch with a pounding ground game and the Rattlers with a balanced attack having the speed advantage. Finally with less than a minute in the game, Wallace intercepted a pass. With Wallace at QB, the Rattlers drove to midfield, but with time running out and no timeouts threw an incomplete pass purposefully to stop the clock. In the huddle he tells his two wideouts, Smith and Bryan what to do. Bryan makes a double move getting just a step on the bearcat db. Wallace, who already accounted for 5 TDS in the game, in Staubach fashion, heaves it as far as he can and gets planted. Bryan streaking down the field at full speed looks back for the ball ... and it appears overthrown. Continuing at full speed, leaps with outstretched hands for the ball and ... WHAM!!!! All the players from both teams gather over his prostrate body trying to help him regain consciousness. When they turn him over, he is holding the ball with the game-winning catch. (He had hit a fence at the back of the end zone hurling him through the air until the big thud of his face plant.). Wallace ends the game with three rushing TDS and three passing TDS including the game-winner as time ran out.
He beat Booneville in baseball.
He beat Booneville at basketball.
He beat Booneville in Track.
He beat a bunch of bearcats in a football game Papale style!
Billy Wallace: Rattler legend, Rattler Pride!!
Now, Rattlers, lets go get this championship to prepare for the playoffs!!!
Good Choice 43, the 'storm had only heard whispered rumors about a backyard brawl. Your recollection really helped not only visualize the action but energy and high stakes surrounding that game as well. The 'storm had also heard there were a few players throwing some punches at the bottom of what would be best described as a rugby scrum. Is that true?
43 the 'storm would like to clarify some misconceptions which have just been put out there. First it is overly apperent the good Doc has officially become a sellout. There just is not another way to say it. It almost made the 'storm rethink his selection this week. Secondly no way RC beats Smith one on one. And finally to even suggest J Scott belongs on the same level as J Chase is just out and out preposterous; as is evident by the gold ring Chase has to back his case.
Glad you decided to go first, the first of this week is hectic.
It all gets settled this Friday though as The Rattlers:
"TURN THE LIGHTS OUT ON DA 'BURG'S CO-CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP RUN"
GO BIG RED
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 28, 2019, 10:17:12 pm
Good Choice 43, the 'storm had only heard whispered rumors about a backyard brawl. Your recollection really helped not only visualize the action but energy and high stakes surrounding that game as well. The 'storm had also heard there were a few players throwing some punches at the bottom of what would be best described as a rugby scrum. Is that true? You would have to have been there to understand the sheer brutality of force being used that day. There has never been witness to anything like it.
43 the 'storm would like to clarify some misconceptions which have just been put out there. First it is overly apperent the good Doc has officially become a sellout. There just is not another way to say it. It almost made the 'storm rethink his selection this week. Secondly no way RC beats Smith one on one. We will just have to agree to disagree on this one. Public opinion, statistics, and the eye test side with me. And finally to even suggest J Scott belongs on the same level as J Chase is just out and out preposterous; as is evident by the gold ring Chase has to back his case. Besides my immediate family, Josh Scott may be my favorite Rattler athlete of all-time (for sure top 5 ever), but, I also tend to be steered toward championships and I might actually tip the scales your direction on this one even if ever so slightly. But, let it be known that the Juice was not the reason for coming up short of State Championships and set the foundation for all State titles won by Rattlers.
Glad you decided to go first, the first of this week is hectic. I knew I would be busy late in the week and didn't want to chance missing getting my athlete out there.
It all gets settled this Friday though as The Rattlers:
"TURN THE LIGHTS OUT ON DA 'BURG'S CO-CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP RUN"
GO BIG RED
I'm looking forward to the Storm story of the week.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 29, 2019, 09:49:04 am
I'm looking forward to the Storm story of the week.
clearly sucking up to get back in the storms good graces. hahahahahaha
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 29, 2019, 09:49:04 am
I'm looking forward to the Storm story of the week.
Me too! But, no matter how the vote goes this week, he knows that I have won the regular season easily and have the better overall top 10. My list is really impressive.
10 Long Yang
9 Michael Corbitt
8 JD Leftwich
7 Jason Bonner
6 Josh Dority
5 Skyler McElroy
4 John Williams
3. Ryan Chambers
2. Josh Scott
1. Billy Wallace
Rattler Pride!
Now time for the 'storm's story.
I'll try to get it out tonight only have my cell ohone until then. But my list would absolutely demolish yours 43
Smith. Lb/rb
Weenie rb/corner
Chase fb/lb
Abrahamson guard/d tackle
Sheppard tackle/ d end
Chambers wr/corner
G Herrera qb/strong safety
J Holloway center/ safety
This weeks pick the good doctor offensive and defensive end
Not only would your 10 get demolished it would be a 98 Warren type beat down. Won the regular season " don't make the storm laugh ha ha
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 29, 2019, 03:17:47 pm
Me too! But, no matter how the vote goes this week, he knows that I have won the regular season easily and have the better overall top 10. My list is really impressive.
10 Long Yang
9 Michael Corbitt
8 JD Leftwich
7 Jason Bonner
6 Josh Dority
5 Skyler McElroy
4 John Williams
3. Ryan Chambers
2. Josh Scott
1. Billy Wallace
Rattler Pride!
Now time for the 'storm's story.
I'm good friend with both Skyler and Josh. Both of them work in the same field as me.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 29, 2019, 03:17:47 pm
Me too! But, no matter how the vote goes this week, he knows that I have won the regular season easily and have the better overall top 10. My list is really impressive.
10 Long Yang
9 Michael Corbitt
8 JD Leftwich
7 Jason Bonner
6 Josh Dority
5 Skyler McElroy
4 John Williams
3. Ryan Chambers
2. Josh Scott
1. Billy Wallace
Rattler Pride!
Now time for the 'storm's story.
Again.... Somewhere Cory is weeping.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 30, 2019, 10:46:33 am
Again.... Somewhere Cory is weeping.
Ther is no reason for him to be. He is on the winning team. The storm is going to sure up the lines the next couple weeks and have the most imposing force ever accumulated. The damage this group is capable of doing is going to make this weeks dismantling of da 'burg look like child's play.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 30, 2019, 11:00:15 am
Ther is no reason for him to be. He is on the winning team. The storm is going to sure up the lines the next couple weeks and have the most imposing force ever accumulated. The damage this group is capable of doing is going to make this weeks dismantling of da 'burg look like child's play.
I missed somewhere that players could not be used twice. I know how much respect little Cory has for R43. If he was left off of his list he would be heart broken.
I had actually planned to play Cory and Ryan as 1A and 1B come playoff time. But in a surprising and shrewd move, the storm played Cory, so I played RC before he, too, got stolen from me.
Quote from: Hornet4ever on October 30, 2019, 09:58:17 am
I'm good friend with both Skyler and Josh. Both of them work in the same field as me.
Yep. Both are great folks!!
Knowing this, you have my respect.
Don't worry CC will get accustomed to wearing the more prominent colors of the 'zine, purple and old gold, in no time. Will wonder why he didn't do it sooner.
I don't believe so, but if he ever did end up wearing the purple and gold colors of Magazine West, he would always be sure to wear his true Rattlers colors of red and black underneath, Michael Jordan style!
As this Friday approaches and the lights are turn off on another Magazine Legend's opponent, it makes the 'storm stop and appreciate the past performances of Rattler Legends. But the 'storm keeps going back to two dramatic scenarios which played out propelling their teams to victory.
It was another late bitterly cold late November showdown with Bison of Carlisle in 2010. The Bison had taken the opening kickoff and drove to the rattler 18 yard line. At the snap of the ball the Bison QB pumped faked to the flats and then went deep to the end zone. The Bison receiver got some separation but RC was closing the gap. As the ball arrived they both jumped for the ball and landed in the back corner of the end zone. The Bison crowd went crazy as they took the early 7-0 lead. The rattlers look to answer on their first possession after returning the kickoff to the 36 yard line. Rc took the snap locked in on his receiver #9 breaking on a slant and OSKIE, OSKIEE. The Bison safety broke on the ball at full speed and raced untouched full speed for a pick six 14-0 lead after the point after. The Good Doctor took his headphones off and slammed them to the ground. After chewing out his star QB and having to distance himself to remain in the good graces of the man up stairs, he made one of the best in game pep talks of all time.
The Good Doc said "Yang!!! Yang!!!! Where the heck? Long Yang!!!!" Long Yang heard the Doc's commotion but hesitated to engage with the lunatic pacing the sidelines who proceeded to kick the 10 gallon water jug 15 yards in the air. Finally Long Yang looked around SM making eye contact with the Doc. "Yes!! get over here." Yang pointed to himself with a "who me" gesture. "Yes!!! You Yang get over, on the double." Long Yang trouted over to the Doc and received the Pep talks of Pep talks. "3 minutes!!! down 14-0 Yang!!! RC is going to cost us Yang. Listen if we are going to win this game, You have to make something happen. okay? next possession yang. You got it?" Yang responded "To heck with the next possession." This cause the doc's face to initially flush beat red but regained normal color at the sound of "Give it to me on the Kickoff, Doc." "Yang You call it. Return right." The Bison kicked off and Yang took the ball out of the star burst at the 27 yardline. Yang juked to the right making the Bison Hitman miss. The bison safety had the bee line on and went to make a diving tackle at the 46; when Yang hurdled the defender 4 and a half feet in the air and raced the remaining 54 Yards untouched for the TD.
With the momentum shifted the doc turned to Yang again on the following kickoff. "That a boy Yang!!!! Get over here. Listen we are going to get everything back right here. on side kick. You go get that ball #21." Next possession? raced through Yang's mind before lining up for the kick. The Rattler kicker kicked the ball it double bounced toward the sideline and was about to go out of bounds when Long Yang, like a lighting bolt, recovered the kick and blistered the earth for 52 yards to knot it up 14-14. The Rattlers never looked back finishing of the Bison 41-20 lead by Yang's heroic performance and the Doc's quick in game adjustments; which, eventually brought the Rattlers their third football State Championship Celebration.
The Good Doctors greatest performance though, took place on 10-22-1993 as the team to the west descended upon Eagle stadium and were looking to properly turn the lights out on Morgan field. This weeks legend's teams had taken an early 14-6 lead and had just gotten the ball back at their own 43 yardline. That is when Rip sent in the Play, Sweep Right. The Snake looked at the good Doctor and winked when he heard the Play. Doc knew immediately what was about to go down and broke the huddle taking his position on the line. The snake went under center, then stepped back and called a audible. The Snake took the snap and pumped fake to Herrera in the flats. Then went deep to The Good Doctor on a post. The Doc had separate from the safety on a broken coverage and made the reception at the eagle 39 and was breaking away toward the end zone; When, as the Doc was crossing the 5 yardline, Herrera earholed the eagle safety 30 yards behind the play with ear splitting KAAAA BAAAAM. The refs must have been def though because they paid it no attention. But the Good Doctor heard it "What the?" and turned looking over his right shoulder to see what had happened. Then as he turned back toward the goal his left big toe caught his right heal and he tumbled toward the ground. The Doc caught himself with his right hand before going down and lunged for the goal line. TD the good Guys, 21-6. There was no looking back as this weeks legend the Good Doctor Jones lead his team to a 42-6 victory and a Conference Championship; turning out the lights on Morgan Field.
And that is what is going to happen this Friday as Faughn, Scott, Hyatt, Yang, Raggio, Vang and the Fighting Terrier lead the rest of the rattler company to victory over the Northern Dragons.
'Ziner Nation will be Rocking as the Rattlers prevail 38-12.
Quote from: Hornet4ever on October 30, 2019, 09:58:17 am
I'm good friend with both Skyler and Josh. Both of them work in the same field as me.
The 'storm knew he couldn't trust you H4E.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 30, 2019, 12:05:48 pm
I missed somewhere that players could not be used twice. I know how much respect little Cory has for R43. If he was left off of his list he would be heart broken.
Yep, that is the only rule. head to head each player only used once. The 'storm was wondering what kind of war strategy 43 was implementing. He was allowed to play first after all. Bottom line 43 snoozed and the 'storm swept in and stole one of the great rattler receivers.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on October 30, 2019, 03:24:13 pm
I had actually planned to play Cory and Ryan as 1A and 1B come playoff time. But in a surprising and shrewd move, the storm played Cory, so I played RC before he, too, got stolen from me.
The question of the day is who is 1a and who is 1b?
Well nice try 43 but the 'storm wins Again. It is starting to just be expected. Yes Wallace was a great athlete but the Good Doc's coaching and playing resume clearly puts him out front. If Wallace had only went west and set the standard for which future rattler greats were be compared. Then maybe we would have ourselves a debate but it is what it is.
'storm-8 43-2
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 30, 2019, 11:04:50 pm
As this Friday approaches and the lights are turn off on another Magazine Legend's opponent, it makes the 'storm stop and appreciate the past performances of Rattler Legends. But the 'storm keeps going back to two dramatic scenarios which played out propelling their teams to victory.
It was another late bitterly cold late November showdown with Bison of Carlisle in 2010. The Bison had taken the opening kickoff and drove to the rattler 18 yard line. At the snap of the ball the Bison QB pumped faked to the flats and then went deep to the end zone. The Bison receiver got some separation but RC was closing the gap. As the ball arrived they both jumped for the ball and landed in the back corner of the end zone. The Bison crowd went crazy as they took the early 7-0 lead. The rattlers look to answer on their first possession after returning the kickoff to the 36 yard line. Rc took the snap locked in on his receiver #9 breaking on a slant and OSKIE, OSKIEE. The Bison safety broke on the ball at full speed and raced untouched full speed for a pick six 14-0 lead after the point after. The Good Doctor took his headphones off and slammed them to the ground. After chewing out his star QB and having to distance himself to remain in the good graces of the man up stairs, he made one of the best in game pep talks of all time.
The Good Doc said "Yang!!! Yang!!!! Where the heck? Long Yang!!!!" Long Yang heard the Doc's commotion but hesitated to engage with the lunatic pacing the sidelines who proceeded to kick the 10 gallon water jug 15 yards in the air. Finally Long Yang looked around SM making eye contact with the Doc. "Yes!! get over here." Yang pointed to himself with a "who me" gesture. "Yes!!! You Yang get over, on the double." Long Yang trouted over to the Doc and received the Pep talks of Pep talks. "3 minutes!!! down 14-0 Yang!!! RC is going to cost us Yang. Listen if we are going to win this game, You have to make something happen. okay? next possession yang. You got it?" Yang responded "To heck with the next possession." This cause the doc's face to initially flush beat red but regained normal color at the sound of "Give it to me on the Kickoff, Doc." "Yang You call it. Return right." The Bison kicked off and Yang took the ball out of the star burst at the 27 yardline. Yang juked to the right making the Bison Hitman miss. The bison safety had the bee line on and went to make a diving tackle at the 46; when Yang hurdled the defender 4 and a half feet in the air and raced the remaining 54 Yards untouched for the TD.
With the momentum shifted the doc turned to Yang again on the following kickoff. "That a boy Yang!!!! Get over here. Listen we are going to get everything back right here. on side kick. You go get that ball #21." Next possession? raced through Yang's mind before lining up for the kick. The Rattler kicker kicked the ball it double bounced toward the sideline and was about to go out of bounds when Long Yang, like a lighting bolt, recovered the kick and blistered the earth for 52 yards to knot it up 14-14. The Rattlers never looked back finishing of the Bison 41-20 lead by Yang's heroic performance and the Doc's quick in game adjustments; which, eventually brought the Rattlers their third football State Championship Celebration.
The Good Doctors greatest performance though, took place on 10-22-1993 as the team to the west descended upon Eagle stadium and were looking to properly turn the lights out on Morgan field. This weeks legend's teams had taken an early 14-6 lead and had just gotten the ball back at their own 43 yardline. That is when Rip sent in the Play, Sweep Right. The Snake looked at the good Doctor and winked when he heard the Play. Doc knew immediately what was about to go down and broke the huddle taking his position on the line. The snake went under center, then stepped back and called a audible. The Snake took the snap and pumped fake to Herrera in the flats. Then went deep to The Good Doctor on a post. The Doc had separate from the safety on a broken coverage and made the reception at the eagle 39 and was breaking away toward the end zone; When, as the Doc was crossing the 5 yardline, Herrera earholed the eagle safety 30 yards behind the play with ear splitting KAAAA BAAAAM. The refs must have been def though because they paid it no attention. But the Good Doctor heard it "What the?" and turned looking over his right shoulder to see what had happened. Then as he turned back toward the goal his left big toe caught his right heal and he tumbled toward the ground. The Doc caught himself with his right hand before going down and lunged for the goal line. TD the good Guys, 21-6. There was no looking back as this weeks legend the Good Doctor Jones lead his team to a 42-6 victory and a Conference Championship; turning out the lights on Morgan Field.
And that is what is going to happen this Friday as Faughn, Scott, Hyatt, Yang, Raggio, Vang and the Fighting Terrier lead the rest of the rattler company to victory over the Northern Dragons.
'Ziner Nation will be Rocking as the Rattlers prevail 38-12.
Hate to poke holes as you are my all time hero...... but... this is against NFHS rules (you cant advance a recovered onside kick). Either your stories have a hint of theatrics or the officials were confused.
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 31, 2019, 08:08:38 am
Hate to poke holes as you are my all time hero...... but... this is against NFHS rules (you cant advance a recovered onside kick). Either your stories have a hint of theatrics or the officials were confused.
Or the rules have changed since then because if that is the case the 'storm's coach would have been wrong and the 'storm doesn't believe that is the case.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 30, 2019, 11:04:50 pm
As this Friday approaches and the lights are turn off on another Magazine Legend's opponent, it makes the 'storm stop and appreciate the past performances of Rattler Legends. But the 'storm keeps going back to two dramatic scenarios which played out propelling their teams to victory.
It was another late bitterly cold late November showdown with Bison of Carlisle in 2010. The Bison had taken the opening kickoff and drove to the rattler 18 yard line. At the snap of the ball the Bison QB pumped faked to the flats and then went deep to the end zone. The Bison receiver got some separation but RC was closing the gap. As the ball arrived they both jumped for the ball and landed in the back corner of the end zone. The Bison crowd went crazy as they took the early 7-0 lead. The rattlers look to answer on their first possession after returning the kickoff to the 36 yard line. Rc took the snap locked in on his receiver #9 breaking on a slant and OSKIE, OSKIEE. The Bison safety broke on the ball at full speed and raced untouched full speed for a pick six 14-0 lead after the point after. The Good Doctor took his headphones off and slammed them to the ground. After chewing out his star QB and having to distance himself to remain in the good graces of the man up stairs, he made one of the best in game pep talks of all time.
The Good Doc said "Yang!!! Yang!!!! Where the heck? Long Yang!!!!" Long Yang heard the Doc's commotion but hesitated to engage with the lunatic pacing the sidelines who proceeded to kick the 10 gallon water jug 15 yards in the air. Finally Long Yang looked around SM making eye contact with the Doc. "Yes!! get over here." Yang pointed to himself with a "who me" gesture. "Yes!!! You Yang get over, on the double." Long Yang trouted over to the Doc and received the Pep talks of Pep talks. "3 minutes!!! down 14-0 Yang!!! RC is going to cost us Yang. Listen if we are going to win this game, You have to make something happen. okay? next possession yang. You got it?" Yang responded "To heck with the next possession." This cause the doc's face to initially flush beat red but regained normal color at the sound of "Give it to me on the Kickoff, Doc." "Yang You call it. Return right." The Bison kicked off and Yang took the ball out of the star burst at the 27 yardline. Yang juked to the right making the Bison Hitman miss. The bison safety had the bee line on and went to make a diving tackle at the 46; when Yang hurdled the defender 4 and a half feet in the air and raced the remaining 54 Yards untouched for the TD.
With the momentum shifted the doc turned to Yang again on the following kickoff. "That a boy Yang!!!! Get over here. Listen we are going to get everything back right here. on side kick. You go get that ball #21." Next possession? raced through Yang's mind before lining up for the kick. The Rattler kicker kicked the ball it double bounced toward the sideline and was about to go out of bounds when Long Yang, like a lighting bolt, recovered the kick and blistered the earth for 52 yards to knot it up 14-14. The Rattlers never looked back finishing of the Bison 41-20 lead by Yang's heroic performance and the Doc's quick in game adjustments; which, eventually brought the Rattlers their third football State Championship Celebration.
The Good Doctors greatest performance though, took place on 10-22-1993 as the team to the west descended upon Eagle stadium and were looking to properly turn the lights out on Morgan field. This weeks legend's teams had taken an early 14-6 lead and had just gotten the ball back at their own 43 yardline. That is when Rip sent in the Play, Sweep Right. The Snake looked at the good Doctor and winked when he heard the Play. Doc knew immediately what was about to go down and broke the huddle taking his position on the line. The snake went under center, then stepped back and called a audible. The Snake took the snap and pumped fake to Herrera in the flats. Then went deep to The Good Doctor on a post. The Doc had separate from the safety on a broken coverage and made the reception at the eagle 39 and was breaking away toward the end zone; When, as the Doc was crossing the 5 yardline, Herrera earholed the eagle safety 30 yards behind the play with ear splitting KAAAA BAAAAM. The refs must have been def though because they paid it no attention. But the Good Doctor heard it "What the?" and turned looking over his right shoulder to see what had happened. Then as he turned back toward the goal his left big toe caught his right heal and he tumbled toward the ground. The Doc caught himself with his right hand before going down and lunged for the goal line. TD the good Guys, 21-6. There was no looking back as this weeks legend the Good Doctor Jones lead his team to a 42-6 victory and a Conference Championship; turning out the lights on Morgan Field.
And that is what is going to happen this Friday as Faughn, Scott, Hyatt, Yang, Raggio, Vang and the Fighting Terrier lead the rest of the rattler company to victory over the Northern Dragons.
'Ziner Nation will be Rocking as the Rattlers prevail 38-12.
That actually happened but in Mansfield 1991, right before halftime. Pretty sure that's what kick started Rips gout and bad health. He could've chewed up 10 penny nails.
A little of both stories is true. Raul Ballin called a pass play on the last play before half to score my 10th grade year. Prompting coach Rippy to absolutely lose it and put the Snake on the bench the rest of the game. Leading to another story about Rippy coming to current Rattler head coach and asking him:"If I put you in at QB do you think you can keep from scoring?" True story.
Against Paris the night the lights went out on Morgan field was no doubt the best stat night for me. 2 catches 100yds and TD, 7 tackles for loss, 2 sacks. One sack of current Danville head coach, and the other on the dad of my current back up QB at Lamar. Small world.
You two need to get your facts straightened out.
Here is what Da 'burg fans can expect tomorrow after Rattler offensive line take control early and dominates the trenches. The Pit starts Rocking as the rattlers build an early two score lead midway through the 1st deflating all of da 'burg's optimism like this.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3itpYhZBjr8
Expect to be original it will be this.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=010KyIQjkTk
The sad one michigan fan is hilarious....
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 30, 2019, 11:04:50 pm
As this Friday approaches and the lights are turn off on another Magazine Legend's opponent, it makes the 'storm stop and appreciate the past performances of Rattler Legends. But the 'storm keeps going back to two dramatic scenarios which played out propelling their teams to victory.
It was another late bitterly cold late November showdown with Bison of Carlisle in 2010. The Bison had taken the opening kickoff and drove to the rattler 18 yard line. At the snap of the ball the Bison QB pumped faked to the flats and then went deep to the end zone. The Bison receiver got some separation but RC was closing the gap. As the ball arrived they both jumped for the ball and landed in the back corner of the end zone. The Bison crowd went crazy as they took the early 7-0 lead. The rattlers look to answer on their first possession after returning the kickoff to the 36 yard line. Rc took the snap locked in on his receiver #9 breaking on a slant and OSKIE, OSKIEE. The Bison safety broke on the ball at full speed and raced untouched full speed for a pick six 14-0 lead after the point after. The Good Doctor took his headphones off and slammed them to the ground. After chewing out his star QB and having to distance himself to remain in the good graces of the man up stairs, he made one of the best in game pep talks of all time.
The Good Doc said "Yang!!! Yang!!!! Where the heck? Long Yang!!!!" Long Yang heard the Doc's commotion but hesitated to engage with the lunatic pacing the sidelines who proceeded to kick the 10 gallon water jug 15 yards in the air. Finally Long Yang looked around SM making eye contact with the Doc. "Yes!! get over here." Yang pointed to himself with a "who me" gesture. "Yes!!! You Yang get over, on the double." Long Yang trouted over to the Doc and received the Pep talks of Pep talks. "3 minutes!!! down 14-0 Yang!!! RC is going to cost us Yang. Listen if we are going to win this game, You have to make something happen. okay? next possession yang. You got it?" Yang responded "To heck with the next possession." This cause the doc's face to initially flush beat red but regained normal color at the sound of "Give it to me on the Kickoff, Doc." "Yang You call it. Return right." The Bison kicked off and Yang took the ball out of the star burst at the 27 yardline. Yang juked to the right making the Bison Hitman miss. The bison safety had the bee line on and went to make a diving tackle at the 46; when Yang hurdled the defender 4 and a half feet in the air and raced the remaining 54 Yards untouched for the TD.
With the momentum shifted the doc turned to Yang again on the following kickoff. "That a boy Yang!!!! Get over here. Listen we are going to get everything back right here. on side kick. You go get that ball #21." Next possession? raced through Yang's mind before lining up for the kick. The Rattler kicker kicked the ball it double bounced toward the sideline and was about to go out of bounds when Long Yang, like a lighting bolt, recovered the kick and blistered the earth for 52 yards to knot it up 14-14. The Rattlers never looked back finishing of the Bison 41-20 lead by Yang's heroic performance and the Doc's quick in game adjustments; which, eventually brought the Rattlers their third football State Championship Celebration.
The Good Doctors greatest performance though, took place on 10-22-1993 as the team to the west descended upon Eagle stadium and were looking to properly turn the lights out on Morgan field. This weeks legend's teams had taken an early 14-6 lead and had just gotten the ball back at their own 43 yardline. That is when Rip sent in the Play, Sweep Right. The Snake looked at the good Doctor and winked when he heard the Play. Doc knew immediately what was about to go down and broke the huddle taking his position on the line. The snake went under center, then stepped back and called a audible. The Snake took the snap and pumped fake to Herrera in the flats. Then went deep to The Good Doctor on a post. The Doc had separate from the safety on a broken coverage and made the reception at the eagle 39 and was breaking away toward the end zone; When, as the Doc was crossing the 5 yardline, Herrera earholed the eagle safety 30 yards behind the play with ear splitting KAAAA BAAAAM. The refs must have been def though because they paid it no attention. But the Good Doctor heard it "What the?" and turned looking over his right shoulder to see what had happened. Then as he turned back toward the goal his left big toe caught his right heal and he tumbled toward the ground. The Doc caught himself with his right hand before going down and lunged for the goal line. TD the good Guys, 21-6. There was no looking back as this weeks legend the Good Doctor Jones lead his team to a 42-6 victory and a Conference Championship; turning out the lights on Morgan Field.
And that is what is going to happen this Friday as Faughn, Scott, Hyatt, Yang, Raggio, Vang and the Fighting Terrier lead the rest of the rattler company to victory over the Northern Dragons.
'Ziner Nation will be Rocking as the Rattlers prevail 38-12.
I love Doc, your story was great, but since bearcat faithful are punching holes in it right and left, I am definitely the winner again! This may be my favorite legends story you have told yet. Not quite up to Tales of Long Yang greatness, but, the best of your legends stories. He went rumbling, bumbling, stumbling for the TD!!! Coach mad enough to chew up 10 penny nails. Combining multiple stories from different games in different seasons (touch of genius by the way). Doc demolishing DJ and turning out the lights ... Great stuff!
They obviously are suffering from memory loss 43. The 'storm's mind is like a Steel trap; never forgets any details. It could have been better, the unedited version far surpasses; it will not only due but also undeniably delivered W #8 to the 'storm.
No matter whose version/memory is correct, it's a good one! Now on to the championship game tomorrow.
Quote from: Coach Jones on October 31, 2019, 11:27:24 am
A little of both stories is true. Raul Ballin called a pass play on the last play before half to score my 10th grade year. Prompting coach Rippy to absolutely lose it and put the Snake on the bench the rest of the game. Leading to another story about Rippy coming to current Rattler head coach and asking him:"If I put you in at QB do you think you can keep from scoring?" True story.
Against Paris the night the lights went out on Morgan field was no doubt the best stat night for me. 2 catches 100yds and TD, 7 tackles for loss, 2 sacks. One sack of current Danville head coach, and the other on the dad of my current back up QB at Lamar. Small world.
Rip excommunicated him and cursed him to walk the streets forever!
Probably wasn't too hard for him to do!
Quote from: nastynice on October 31, 2019, 04:31:17 pm
Rip excommunicated him and cursed him to walk the streets forever!
Probably wasn't too hard for him to do!
;D
???
Quote from: CantDrive055 on October 31, 2019, 08:08:38 am
Hate to poke holes as you are my all time hero...... but... this is against NFHS rules (you cant advance a recovered onside kick). Either your stories have a hint of theatrics or the officials were confused.
A hint??????? ??? ;)
Tonight Droemer leads The Rattler's defensive Big Red Furry to victory and demolishes da 'burg's chance at back to back Co-Championship. It gets started early as the gang tackling on the wrecker ensues and Droemer finishes it off with a vicious hit resulting In a scope and score; Rattlers don't share well, especially tonight as they bring home their 4th outright Conference Championship.
Rattlers in a Blood Bath 46-13
GO BIG RED!!!!!!!!!!
Hope Droemer leads the Big Red Fury tonight!!! Rattler Pride!!
Hyatt, Yang, and Faughn brought the fury tonight!! Defense dominated.
The Rattler defense turned in another stellar performance and Wrapped the Outright Conference Championship tonight. The 'storm expects since next week is a bye and there is plenty of time; 24 will start handing out the Long Yang Black Shirts. Not only that but the rumor is 24 is going to give a brief description of the play which earned back the black shirt for EACH privaleged player. The 'storm cannot think of any rational reason not to at this point but guesses we will see.
BRING BACK THE BLACK SHIRTS!!!!
What i saw 43 they were handing out the PEZ left and right. The trophy case grows bigger. Was waiting for the Fighting Terrier to finish it off in the second but the 'storm guesses you have to let the backs get theirs as well.
Every back looked good: Hyatt, Scott, Faughn, Trejo, Yang, Vang, each had nice runs.
they will have to give you the exact last I heard 38-16
36-16
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 01, 2019, 09:36:59 pm
The Rattler defense turned in another stellar performance and Wrapped the Outright Conference Championship tonight. The 'storm expects since next week is a bye and there is plenty of time; 24 will start handing out the Long Yang Black Shirts. Not only that but the rumor is 24 is going to give a brief description of the play which earned back the black shirt for EACH privaleged player. The 'storm cannot think of any rational reason not to at this point but guesses we will see.
BRING BACK THE BLACK SHIRTS!!!!
haha, we will see...
2019 2A-4 Conference Champions
Rattler Pride!! 8)
Turning back the clock .... This could be a nice lead for a legends story.
The ' storm is still Club Dubbing after the rattlers victory; fixing to shut it down though and start getting focused on the playoff 43. So go ahead and play your pick, it is not like there is any chance of the 'storm relinquishing his lead.
24 will probably start handing out the black shirt awards later today or tomorrow as well. Exciting stuff.
4 2A CHAMPS WOOOO WOOOO
With my regular season dominance of this competition, I'll wait until playoff week to play my next pick. Bye week will be used to properly prepare for playoff battles. I might throw in some honorable mentions though.
What a Friday it was. The conference crown is residing where it belongs. It will be a good week to get healthy and prepare for Mineral Springs in the first round of the playoffs. Cannot wait for the opening round of the playoffs. Lets get nasty...
Congrats to Coach Powell and the Magazine Rattlers! Always great to see them have success. Don't be satisfied, keep working!
Quote from: coachc9 on November 04, 2019, 07:57:02 am
What a Friday it was. The conference crown is residing where it belongs. Truth!!! . It will be a good week to get healthy and prepare for Mineral Springs in the first round of the playoffs. Cannot wait for the opening round of the playoffs. Lets get nasty...
Quote from: Coach Jones on November 04, 2019, 11:22:34 am
Congrats to Coach Powell and the Magazine Rattlers! Always great to see them have success. Don't be satisfied, keep working!
Big congrats to Coach Powell.
Always great is correct.
Home playoff games!!!
Monday honorable mention: Derek Disney. Great linebacker back in the day. Spearheaded a defense that held state semifinalists averaging over 40 ppg to 17 points. Led his team in tackles. Like Singletary, he had a nose for the ball. Great at baseball too. Never played for the state championship although ranked #1 for weeks.
Tuesday honorable mention: John Terry. Scored in WMS and helped Rattlers to undefeated state title season.
Wednesday honorable mention: The late Justin "Gunns" Shelton was multi-sport District Champion and All Conference. His claim to fame in Rattlers lore is throwing a fullback pass to Josh Scott for our first game-winning TD in our modern football with the Juice making a shoestring catch back in the mid-90s.
Thursday honorable mention: Mitch Girty started football for Magazine back in the fall of 1993. Rattlers football after 60 year absence was huge.
Friday honorable mention: Charlie Haller was a stud fullback back around the turn of the century. He is top 10 on the all time rushing list. A bruising runner.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on November 04, 2019, 03:41:00 pm
Big congrats to Coach Powell.
Always great is correct.
Home playoff games!!!
Coach Powell is one of the good guys in the sport. He deserves this one. He's had a rough few years and has stuck it out through thick and thin. A true Rattler.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 03, 2019, 08:42:26 am
The ' storm is still Club Dubbing after the rattlers victory; fixing to shut it down though and start getting focused on the playoff 43. So go ahead and play your pick, it is not like there is any chance of the 'storm relinquishing his lead.
24 will probably start handing out the black shirt awards later today or tomorrow as well. Exciting stuff.
4 2A CHAMPS WOOOO WOOOO
Hard to believe the title has come back home after the play calling woes of this season. Good to see things are getting better.. I suspect close colleagues are getting the play calling back on track.
Quote from: coachc9 on November 04, 2019, 08:58:13 pm
Coach Powell is one of the good guys in the sport. He deserves this one. He's had a rough few years and has stuck it out through thick and thin. A true Rattler.
Amen! Getting to reap the rewards of commitment , dedication, and hard work.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on November 05, 2019, 06:20:29 am
Amen! Getting to reap the rewards of commitment , dedication, and hard work.
Great man. Well deserved. But, you got to have some studs to get the dubs. Can't do it with good coaching.
Quote from: nastynice on November 05, 2019, 09:30:15 am
Great man. Well deserved. But, you got to have some studs to get the dubs. Can't do it with good coaching.
True that. Ive always heard that great players make great coaches. Will say though that Powell has ran that program right. Held a lot of kids accountable during the losing days, even when it would have been a lot easier to just let em play.
"it's not about the X's and O's, it's about the Jimmies and Joes." This statement has been around for a long time.
I believe long-term success needs both good coaching and good athletes plus accountability and a few other ingredients.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on November 03, 2019, 08:47:19 am
With my regular season dominance of this competition, I'll wait until playoff week to play my next pick. Bye week will be used to properly prepare for playoff battles. I might throw in some honorable mentions though.
Yes, yes by all means take a week off, try to regroup, then attempt to come back and finish out strong. The 'storm is never one to let an advantage slip though and will use your week 10 forfeit to beef up his line.
Quote from: coachc9 on November 04, 2019, 08:59:38 pm
Hard to believe the title has come back home after the play calling woes of this season. Good to see things are getting better.. I suspect close colleagues are getting the play calling back on track.
Back were it belongs c9. The 'storm can't come to grasp with how the championship was ever allowed to leave in the first place. Just glad there was someone close to the offensive coordinator able to steer him in the right direction. Hopefully the rattlers are able to keep hitting on all cylinders come next week.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 05, 2019, 01:14:15 pm
Yes, yes by all means take a week off, try to regroup, then attempt to come back and finish out strong. The 'storm is never one to let an advantage slip though and will use your week 10 forfeit to beef up his line.
Understood. Thank you.
Quote from: coachc9 on November 04, 2019, 08:59:38 pm
Hard to believe the title has come back home after the play calling woes of this season. Good to see things are getting better.. I suspect close colleagues are getting the play calling back on track.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 05, 2019, 01:22:52 pm
Back were it belongs c9. The 'storm can't come to grasp with how the championship was ever allowed to leave in the first place. Just glad there was someone close to the offensive coordinator able to steer him in the right direction. Hopefully the rattlers are able to keep hitting on all cylinders come next week.
;D ;D ;D
The 'storm was looking to steal another one this week 43. The first great the 'storm thought about stealing played the game with the tenacity of a wild badger. It was 4 and 2 inside the ten when he took his linebacker spot. The Hornet QB took the snap and turned to the right handing off to the 285 pound fullback on the trap play. Our legend read the lines blocking and shrugged off the attempted block by the TE. Our 180 pound legend meet the FB head on in the B gap bringing him down for a no gain and a change of possession. This weeks rattler legends mentality fits in nicely with the other players on the storms team. He will also appreciate getting the rightful respect and appreciation he deserves; along with playing on the 'storm's obviously more dominates and winning team. This week Rattler great Derik Disney. He will have to get used to playing center and nose guard on the 'storm's team though; which, he should be able to do with no problem. Honorable mention? Don't make the 'storm laugh HA, HA.
But Waite just as the 'storm was coming to this decision another great steps forward. This great was also facing off against the hornets in the semi's when late in the fourth quarter leading 14-12 his team had a 3rd and 15 from their own 27 yard-line. The coach sent the play in with our great "mid line ver right." Our great thought "is he trying to get us beat" but relaid the play to the QB "Sweep Left." The QB took the snap, tossed the ball to our legend and spun around to lead the wall fo blocker. The head coach "What is that" and ripped his headphones of then proceeded to through them to the ground. Our great cute to the inside of the QB who ear-holed the D-end coming off the edge. Our great was being tracked down by the SS when he stopped on a dime a juke stepped to the right. The SS tried to stop and keep contain but his left knee buckled sending him to the ground. That when our great Cha KONG Yang turned up the heat finishing off the 73 yard game clinching Touchdown Run in the semi's and sent his team to the finals.
The 'storm is at a loss of which one to pick. But first is putting Nasty in charge of making sure all the logistics are in place for getting Cha Kong to the west; a true legend in the making.
You know what, the 'storm is taking them both. Yep Disney C/NG and CKY HB/S
'Storm is up 9-2 Thanks for the freebies 43.
Your information is pretty good. Cha Kong is incredible for sure. Derek would have fit in nicely for any championship team. Just a hard-nosed, hard-working, hard-tackling football player who got it done with excellence game in and game out.
Run across this picture earlier....
(https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1152981339769049100/sSzNKGPO.jpg)
Yep. That's a good one! Fun season for sure.
Quote from: HorseFeathers on November 09, 2019, 12:56:41 pm
Run across this picture earlier....
(https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1152981339769049100/sSzNKGPO.jpg)
Going to look good setting next to the one we are going to win this year HF.
Alright folks, it's playoff time and the stakes are high every week as it is sudden death: that is to say, win or go home, roll out the basketballs, etc. The regular season was fun and a conference title made for great stories in the future but we turn the focus to Mineral Springs.
I looked at the AAA rules and regs regarding eligibility. It seems that the storm played a player who was not eligible for his team. So this week I am playing a legend among legends: none other than our very own Cory Chambers!
I'll start with my earlier bio:
Cory was greatness waiting to happen no matter what the competition. He excelled at all things Rattler and was happy doing it. His excellence was on display early as his Little League teams caused local organizations to place new rules (no longer in place) on scoring limits. He wreaked havoc on all opposition from the word go. Undefeated teams throughout his career, making it no surprise that he led the Rattlers to an undefeated 2010 campaign in football. On offense, he would just go up over three defenders and take the ball (Randy Moss and Harold Carmichael style) and often with so much ease (or so it seemed by watching him) break away and with his elusiveness (Lance Alworth and Jerry Rice style) take it to the house. He was a game-changer (Drew Pearson and Fred Biletnikoff style). The fake punt/reception at West Fork (who went on to the 3A semifinals for those who never knew West Fork had a great team) that allowed us to win that road game was the stuff of backyard football dreams for kids growing up. Scoop and score at WMS. The "hurdle" play. Just too many to name here. But, he was State Champion in Track and Field, individually and as a team. His explosion in the high jump was not surprising, but, when asked to fill in as a backup to a depleted Josh Dority on the mile relay team with the STATE title on the line (we had come back from 19 down to JC) going head to head against Junction City's finest with whoever wins being the gold medalist but more importantly the overall STATE CHAMPIONS, and he runs the time of his life in a synchronized pattern with his counterpart from JC, (*taking a deep breath as I remember this so vividly*) I was in awe (Bolt style). He qualified for the Meet of Champs in two events. He was ALL STATE in football, track, basketball, and baseball where he took his team to the semifinals throwing an otherworldly 162 pitches (Nolan Ryan, Warren Spahn, and Juan Marichal style)(might have to double check that stat; it might have been 144 or so). He is tied for the record (Ryan Chambers and Brittney Bryan) at our school being a part of 18 district/conference championships, I believe, 4 consecutive regional championships, 2 state runners-up, and 2 state titles along with various semifinals and quarterfinals in two sports. He was State all Star in football. School records in receptions, receiving yards, receiving TDS, top two in all passing records, triple jump record, mile relay record, among others.
After high school he played at the next level. He continued his winning ways ever since with flag football titles, men's league basketball titles, and helped Waldron to two state titles in Track.
I could write an entire chapter about his exploits in Rattler athletics. This will have to suffice. He is on the Mt. Rushmore of Rattler athletics.
Cory Chambers: Rattler Legend! I win!!
I figured you're okay with it by your playing Derek Disney days after my Derek Disney writeup.
55, Cory is, was, and will always be on my team! It's where the best legends reside.
1. Cory, Ryan (Emmitt, Rice, and Staubach style)
3. Skyler (Lilly and Reggie White style)
4. Dority (LT and Butkus style)
5. The Juice (Barry Sanders style)
6. Jason (Walter Payton style)
7. John (Earl Campbell and The Bus style)
8. Long Yang (as only Long Yang style can be)
9. Billy (Joe Namath super bowl style)
10. Leftwich (Red Grange and Sammy Baugh style)
11. Corbitt (Chub style)
The cream rises to the top as our multiple times state Champions start filling my team.
Nice write up 43, But sorry already played. As for Disney yes you could have played him by indicating him as THIS WEEKS GREAT but instead put him on the honorable mention list. So now he is on the winning team with CC.
The 'storm thinks we can finally agree on one thing 43. CC is definitely on the Mount Rushmore of magazine football right along side PS and a couple others not yet mentioned.
I can agree that Cory is along with Ryan, Skyler, and Josh. Multiple time state Champions each. I told you that winning carries a lot of weight for me.
Couldn't agree more with winning being the ultimate deciding factor. Especially winning at higher levels of competition.
I'll take winning multiple state championships, being incredible at multiple sports, and playing at the next level which all of mine have done.
I believe the only guys you have that could stand on the same plane as my top guys are Trey Holloway and Ronnie Becker. But I'll await your final playoff legends list. Should be good.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 09, 2019, 02:54:31 pm
Nice write up 43, But sorry already played. As for Disney yes you could have played him by indicating him as THIS WEEKS GREAT but instead put him on the honorable mention list. So now he is on the winning team with CC.
I must invoke AAA Rule 1 A. 1-6 on pages 34-37. Cory and Derek are mine...
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 09, 2019, 08:52:54 pm
Couldn't agree more with winning being the ultimate deciding factor. Especially winning at higher levels of competition.
Again, in the aspect of team success, this is
typically true. Most years a Bentonville would be better than GW, GW better than PA, PA better than Booneville, Booneville better than Magazine in terms of a football team. But there are exceptions.
In terms of players, the larger schools typically have more greats but that is not to say that on a regular basis the smaller team doesn't have a player better than the best player on a larger team. So I'll give you that the football program to the west has had more success, more great players, and such over the years. But there is no evidence to support any of their Rattler legends exceeding the greatness of my top two: RC and CC. I now will be able to add Hyatt, Scott, Yang, McDowell, Faughn, King, and others to my roster of legends!!! Rattler lore just continues to expand.
Rattler Pride!! Beat Mineral Springs!
10...9...8...7...6...5...4....
Can hardly wait for Friday! The countdown is on.
The rattlers offensive line is going to deliver this one 43. It will be entertaining to watch.
...3...
The 'storm is starting to get that 2010 vibe, 43. Already about how the 4-2a stinks, your boys to slow, your boys got no size, Your boys are SAWFT and rattlers are going to get booted in the second round. It reminds the 'storm of one of the most spectacular individual defensive playoffs runs he has witnessed. The 'storm just hopes 24 slow playing the return of the black shirts doesn't come back to haunt us. Actually the 'storm hates to say it but it is starting to appear to be an all out case of "Playa Hatin." But back to our individual performance.
First it was the Strong Bulldogs coming to town with all their speed and size. Then they came face to face with a true legend. On the Bulldogs first possession after the rattler took a early 7-0 lead; The bulldogs QB pitched it to Dixon on a 4th and 3 at the rattler 28 yard line. Long yang was on the corner blitz and crushed Dixon in the back field for a turn over on downs. The next play Chamber went deep, after it bounced off a bulldog helmet, and into the hands of Long Yang who was off the races for a 71 yard TD reception.
Next up was the monstrous bison. Who were supposed to be able to line up and march up and down the field all night long against the rattlers. The Bison received the ball and were driving early in the game tied 7-7 and had a 3rd and 2 at the rattler 33. The Bison QB took the snap and tossed it to the HB on a sweep right. The 218 pound FB pulled and headed around the end to lead block. Long Yang read the down block by the TE and bolted around the edge into the backfield. Yang braced himself, the bruiser bearing down, lowered his shoulder and at the last second with an upward lunge planted his right shoulder underneath the FB's face mask. The blow stopped the FB cold and he tumbled to the ground; Back and to the right. Having too cute left the Hb was one on one with Yang who delivered a picture perfect form tackle for no gain.
On the next play the bison figured they would catch yang overplaying the run and ran a Z pattern but Yang retained inside position picked it off and raced 77 yard for the score.
The rattlers Defense is ready to bring the Big Red Furry this week 43.
Rattlers 39 Hornets 6
Giving me chills just thinking about it!!!!!!!!! Good stuff.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 12, 2019, 12:07:12 pm
The 'storm is starting to get that 2010 vibe, 43. Already about how the 4-2a stinks, your boys to slow, your boys got no size, Your boys are SAWFT and rattlers are going to get booted in the second round. It reminds the 'storm of one of the most spectacular individual defensive playoffs runs he has witnessed. The 'storm just hopes 24 slow playing the return of the black shirts doesn't come back to haunt us. Actually the 'storm hates to say it but it is starting to appear to be an all out case of "Playa Hatin." But back to our individual performance.
First it was the Strong Bulldogs coming to town with all their speed and size. Then they came face to face with a true legend. On the Bulldogs first possession after the rattler took a early 7-0 lead; The bulldogs QB pitched it to Dixon on a 4th and 3 at the rattler 28 yard line. Long yang was on the corner blitz and crushed Dixon in the back field for a turn over on downs. The next play Chamber went deep, after it bounced off a bulldog helmet, and into the hands of Long Yang who was off the races for a 71 yard TD reception.
Next up was the monstrous bison. Who were supposed to be able to line up and march up and down the field all night long against the rattlers. The Bison received the ball and were driving early in the game tied 7-7 and had a 3rd and 2 at the rattler 33. The Bison QB took the snap and tossed it to the HB on a sweep right. The 218 pound FB pulled and headed around the end to lead block. Long Yang read the down block by the TE and bolted around the edge into the backfield. Yang braced himself, the bruiser bearing down, lowered his shoulder and at the last second with an upward lunge planted his right shoulder underneath the FB's face mask. The blow stopped the FB cold and he tumbled to the ground; Back and to the right. Having too cute left the Hb was one on one with Yang who delivered a picture perfect form tackle for no gain.
On the next play the bison figured they would catch yang overplaying the run and ran a Z pattern but Yang retained inside position picked it off and raced 77 yard for the score.
The rattlers Defense is ready to bring the Big Red Furry this week 43.
Rattlers 39 Hornets 6
Storm.....Ive spent two weeks combing thru film. So far I have not come across a player worthy of a black shirt....hopefully after friday that wont be the case...
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 11, 2019, 09:23:47 pm
The rattlers offensive line is going to deliver this one 43. It will be entertaining to watch.
Crucial for our line to establish dominance early and on every down.
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on November 12, 2019, 06:39:56 pm
Storm.....Ive spent two weeks combing thru film. So far I have not come across a player worthy of a black shirt....hopefully after friday that wont be the case...
As long as they are focused and take care of business against Mineral Springs, I'm fine with black shirts or no. Just execute and win baby!
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on November 12, 2019, 06:39:56 pm
Storm.....Ive spent two weeks combing thru film. So far I have not come across a player worthy of a black shirt....hopefully after friday that wont be the case...
Not one, eh? With all the points the rattler defense has been scoring; the 'storm finds that hard to believe. But you are the awards man 24. We will go along with your expert film scrutinization.
If any are awarded we will know for certain we played otherworldly defense!!
That is what the 'storm is starting to think 43. Honestly though, the defense has been just as impressive in the second half of the season as the offense.
Agreed. I hate losing but the CMS debacle where they couldn't stop our run game yet we lost as they exposed our poor pass defense may have been the best thing that could have happened. We've improved drastically since that game.
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Talking about great defensive performances bring back memories of this weeks legends greatness. His team was on the road taking on the Jackrabbits of Lonoke in this Late November matchup. Who had another highly feared QB. In an attempt to intimidate our legend and his teammates; the Jackrabbit fans had formed a tunnel and were booing and taunting our legend. One even had the audacity to shout out "What is a B'cat anyway?" "Nothing special" another shouted, followed by a "Something getting sent home to play roundball !!!!" laughter erupted.
This weeks legend thought to himself "WRONG. I'm pure bona fide beast. Who is going to rip through your line, penetrate your backfield and pulverize your QB into submission. All night long." and that is exactly what happened.
On the first defensive series our great took his spot at the Defensive tackle position. At the snap, he pancaked the offensive guard before getting up and tracking down the QB from the backside and striping the ball just before he was able to throw. Recovery good guys, followed by a TD drive. The third defensive series though sealed the deal. Our legend was penetrating the guard/tackle double team, when the rabbit QB threw to his receiver on a slant. Our great leaped into the air reaching for the ball. The ball hit his right hand going straight up into the air. That when Bubba Smith never taking his eye off the ball, turned took two steps, dove and intercepted the ball just before it hit the ground.
Another TD drive ensued and the route was on. The 'storm doesn't remember the exact score but it was something like 59-6. Their highly touted QB left the field demoralized after Smith's 4th sack.
And as has already been stated a two sport state champion in football and weightlifting. Also another Mount Rushmore player.
He will be playing Defensive tackle and Offensive guard on the 'storm's winning team again 43.
The Magazine O should actually improve in the playoffs. Many teams don't see the unique style they bring.
Yes it should improve throughout and we will actually be abel to see what they can do for four quarters. Don't think anyone is going to completely shut down the rattlers O.
Speaking of the rattlers Multiple offensive weapons; Which, one do we believe is going to score first. The 'storm thinks it is 50-50 between Vang who is looking to get on a multiple game td hot streak or the Fighting Terrier. The Terrier the 'storm has been told has been chomping at the bit ever since the end of the 'burg game, so look for him to have a big game.
So the 'storm gets woken up at 455 this morning to the sound of screaming outside, followed by the sound of car horns. After looking at the clock, the 'storm was like what the heck people. upon further inspection, the 'storm is amazed to find that his neighbor is either extremely stoke for some playoff football because he has a bonfire going in his front yard and 10 individuals lined up in the road marching in unison chanting "GOOOOO BIIIIIIG REEEEED, GOOOOO BIIIIIGG REEEEED, BOOOOOM, BOOOOM, BOOOOM!!" Heck yea!!! The 'storm went over the fire and helped himself to a couple cups of orange juice and before he new it he was in the streets marching as well. Rattlers send the hornets packing and add more bones to the floors of the PIT. It is time to do some painting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YG7641hHkvQ
The Big Red Furry gets unleashed!!!
Rattlers 48 Hornets 12
...0...ignition...blastoff!!!! The day has arrived. Playoff action in Logan County tonight. Hosting some hornets.
So that's what I heard this morning. Was wondering. Sorry I missed out on the food and good company. But, I will be out in full force tonight. Go Big Red!!!
With the teams to the west and north not playing tonight. It should be a packed house. Probably the biggest crowd the kids have played in front of. The PIT will be rocking!
That is what I am hoping for and expecting!! I believe some fine folks from Havana will make their way up to watch some football as well.
Good luck tonight to my old friends the from the Rat Pack Knock em dead Rattlers!!
Good Luck Rattlers
And good luck to Mountainburg, Hector, Hackett, and Lavaca. Beautiful weather, great fans, and playoff atmosphere. Good times.
Hopefully, Dragons will be breathing fire, Wildcats will be pouncing, Hornets will be stinging, and the Arrows will be accurate...
The Rat Pack will be rocking tonight. I feel this playoffs could be similar to the 2009 squad. Not a lot of respect from the rest of the state. But in the playoffs it doesnt matter. any team can win at any time. Will be club dubbing tonight after a nice first round victory. The Rattlers will pound and pound and pound. Look for the hornets to fly into the pit and come out hurting.
Rattlers 51
Hornets 20
Hyatt runs for a cool 210 and 3 Tds
the hit 20 puts on 78 in the video, is as close to a recreation of the hit Long Yang put on the Bisons Fullback, to end the drive, you can find.
Quote from: coachc9 on November 15, 2019, 10:25:54 am
The Rat Pack will be rocking tonight. I feel this playoffs could be similar to the 2009 squad. Not a lot of respect from the rest of the state. But in the playoffs it doesnt matter. any team can win at any time. Will be club dubbing tonight after a nice first round victory. The Rattlers will pound and pound and pound. Look for the hornets to fly into the pit and come out hurting.
Rattlers 51
Hornets 20
Hyatt runs for a cool 210 and 3 Tds
Club Dub is definitely going to be Hopping tonight. King and McDowell are going to pave the way for a cool 427 yards of offense.
Rattlers Roll
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 15, 2019, 10:31:46 am
the hit 20 puts on 78 in the video, is as close to a recreation of the hit Long Yang put on the Bisons Fullback, to end the drive, you can find.
... at the 15 second mark in the video for all of you who are wondering ...
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 15, 2019, 10:38:47 am
Club Dub is definitely going to be Hopping tonight. King and McDowell are going to pave the way for a cool 427 yards of offense.
Rattlers Roll
Showing that line some love. They've earned it. They will be the big difference tonight.
https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2019/nov/14/class-2a-hyatt-leads-magazine-to-top-se/
Rattler Pride!!
Good article, less than five hours till Hyatt goes off for a buck eighty seven.
Time to go and get club dub rocking. Rattlers dominated.
How many yards did Hyatt end up with 43?
A lot! Lol. But, we spread the wealth tonight so not extraordinary amounts. I'll wait for official tally. 24 probably already has it.
Waiting on 24 is like pulling your own teeth.
He's celebrating right now.
Make sure to take it all in.
For sure.
Club dub is officially open!!!
Again WARNING LANGUAGE, they are rockers, if easily offended don't click.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIP7bzp7lRY&list=RDRIP7bzp7lRY&start_radio=1
!!!!!!!!!!!
Congrats Rattlers!! Keep it going strong!
One more.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USh-cvBCLcw
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on November 15, 2019, 10:21:38 pm
Congrats Rattlers!! Keep it going strong!
huge win!
Huge win for Hector as well. Congrats
Hey 24; Did the 'storm hear correctly? Not only a pick six but a pick six by a defensive lineman.
Raggio. It was great.
The 'storm continues to amaze himself. If 24 doesn't bring back the black shirts and let us know how each player achieved the status, he a insane.
Bring Back the Black Shirts!!!!!!!!!
Mr Raggio "The Bone Collector"
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 15, 2019, 10:59:46 pm
Hey 24; Did the 'storm hear correctly? Not only a pick six but a pick six by a defensive lineman.
A Black Shirt was EARNED tonight!
Club dub still going strong.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_RRIP8O5Jg
Congrats to the Rattlers and the Rat pack great win!
Thank you and same to y'all!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 15, 2019, 09:31:14 pm
How many yards did Hyatt end up with 43?
Booneville Democrat- Running 13 times for 116 yards in the first half, fullback Caleb Hyatt surpassed both the 3,000-yard career mark and the 1,000-yard mark for the second straight season while scoring three touchdowns.
Including a run of 72 yards, quarterback Tatum Scott accounted for two touchdowns, finishing with 127 yards on just five carries.
What a game!
I have used Ryan, Cory, Skyler, Josh, among other greats. Now, I am going a different route in my legends play. I know the team to the west takes great pride in the Ray family producing great football players. We have the Yang family. Even though Long Yang has been talked about at great length, I am going with the Yang family. Long was 4'11" and weighed 119 pounds. Yet, he could bench over 255lbs. He was a great hurdler. Read that again. A HURDLER at 4'11"!!! Also a great pole vaulter. It speaks to his athletic prowess and his work ethic. His brother, Chang, was a medalist in the 400m and was ALL STATE. Another brother, Cheenew, was a state champion and state record-holder in weight-lifting as well as state champion in track and field. Cousin Billy Yang, yet another state champion, benches between 450 and 500lbs now. All were great athletes. The family is full of individual as well as team STATE CHAMPIONs and ALL STATE athletes. Kia was ALL STATE and STATE Champion. Kalia was on her way until knee injury. Billy's brother Xeng is already an individual and team STATE CHAMPION and ALL STATE. Their brother, Cha Kong looks to be a combination of Xeng and Billy.
If you want just one, I'll take Chang Yang who had multiple rushes of over 85 yards with his longest being 91 or Cheenew who makes a great case for himself. The brothers Yang are an incredible lot. Fast, agile, hard-hitting, impeccable work ethic, strong beyond belief, and a great desire to succeed.
Rattler Legends for Round 2 of the playoffs.
Chang and Cheenew Yang. Rattler Pride!!
Impressive 43. The 'storm would be curios to know the time frame of when the Yang family arrived?
Also what is up with 24? He said black shirts were earned but has yet to state who and how this prominent status was re-achieved.
Mi Yang was our Homecoming Queen 10 to 15 years ago. I'm thinking probably about 15 years ago. They've accomplished much within two decades!!
Not sure about 24. He is probably studying Fordyce, breaking down hudl stuff, and just totally in prep mode.
Hard argue with that type of immediate success and impact on the program 43.
Agreed. We need excellent execution with zero turnovers and zero penalties. That prep is part of making the execution occur.
Agreed. But from here on out, it is all about the lines and wether or not they are not only able to hold heir own but eventually win the battle up front over the course of the game.
This^^^^^^^^
It is really that simple for the rattlers to have a shot a winning. The rest of the season will live and die with the lines.
I'm good with that. Now let's get those bulldozers fueled up and ready for Fordyce!
Word is the Rattlers put the the finishing touches on their game prep today; with their best week of practice yet. The Fighting Terrier and The Bone Collector have been lighting it up on the Defensive side and are ready to deliver a little bit of this come Friday.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eN-xKFrdg8c
I really like the enthusiasm on this thread and I hate that it is about to end. If fordyce has everyone back this week, this won't even be close. Granted the weather may help the rattlers a little but I still say Fordyce by 2 scores!!
I love your confidence, but club dub parties Friday night!
Quote from: money on November 20, 2019, 08:17:23 pm
I really like the enthusiasm on this thread and I hate that it is about to end. If fordyce has everyone back this week, this won't even be close. Granted the weather may help the rattlers a little but I still say Fordyce by 2 scores!!
We are a fun group. Enthusiasm is just part of who we are. Tell the Redbugs to bring their swim gear. Flooding begins at midnight tonight.
Quote from: distractedmangrove64 on November 20, 2019, 08:23:56 pm
I love your confidence, but club dub parties Friday night!
definitely will be rocking
Quote from: money on November 20, 2019, 08:17:23 pm
I really like the enthusiasm on this thread and I hate that it is about to end. If fordyce has everyone back this week, this won't even be close. Granted the weather may help the rattlers a little but I still say Fordyce by 2 scores!!
yes Money we get it, the 8 has all the speed. Blazing fast speed. To go along with monstrous linemen. But the worst news for the rattlers is the Bugs have the second coming of Kenneth Dixon. Oh no!! What will the rattlers do?
The 'storm will tell you this; the rattlers won't need any rain to slow down the bugs. Because the rattlers have a 4ft 9 inch corner in Xeng Yang who runs a 4.5 forty and is ready to bringeth da wood.
Never goes good for the defense when your secondary is that Short, and the offensive receivers have the same or better Breakaway speed and they're all over 6 ft tall.
Quote from: Backwoods Bart on November 20, 2019, 09:58:37 pm
Never goes good for the defense when your secondary is that Short, and the offensive receivers have the same or better Breakaway speed and they're all over 6 ft tall.
The rattlers have heard that one before. Yang leads the secondary in shutting down any bug air attack.
The 'storm was thinking about great defensive performances this week. So of course Long Yang's 10 tackle game against the Salem on 11-18-2011 was discussed with my co-workers. After the rattlers first drive stalled, they were able to pin Salem inside their own five. On the first play, Long Yang came off the edge on a blitz. The Salem Fullback tried to take Yang out at the knees. Long quickly Hurdled the Fullback and planted his facemask in the Qb's back. When the Ball hit the ground, it was in the endzone and Dority was there to pounce on it for the early lead. The rattlers rolled from there winning 34-2.
This weeks Magazine Legend has not only started in the most consecutive playoff games played but in the most competitive games played as well. Midway through our legends sophomore year, the line coach threw down the challenge. "Who wants our Preseason Paraded All American Senior Lineman's spot?" As all the line in unison lowered their heads and stepped back, one stepped forward. "I'll take it." "Then hit the ground and prove it." That was the last day our legend never saw the playing field. Late in November our legend's team was invading Atkins in the quarters. The Red Devils had decide early to pound the our legends side of the line. That didn't go over well, the devils were trying to stay in the game early trailing 14-0 facing a 4 and less than a yard at their own 41 yardline. Our legend exploded off the line from his tackle position at the snap, pushing the offensive tackle back into the backfield. The devil Running back lowered his shoulder preparing to run our tackle over. #62 slid off the block and dropped the running back for a two yard loss and the good guys went on to score their next possession. Our legend ended the game with 10 tackles, 4 for loss and shutdown the Devil offense, while sending his team to the semi's.
During our legends Junior year, he was moved to the offensive side of the ball. Where all he did was help lead the way up front in demolishing the majority of the schools offensive records. He stepped up again i the quarters, when the Star City Bulldogs managed to take the game to overtime. After the good guys stopped the Bulldogs on their possession, the offense took the field. On the first play Ray went over the right side behind the towers for a gain of 5, before taking a helmet to the gut. In coach Rip fashion, he sent in the next play "Fullback trap right." Our legend upon hearing the play looked gator dead in the eye and said "don't worry your not going to get touched." At the snap of the ball the right side of the offensive line surged forward and the defensive front of the Bulldogs crumbled onto their backs, as Ray walked into the end zone for the victory. It reminded the 'storm of the Berlin wall collapsing to the ground.
It was in the semi's against the defending State Champs, when our legend stepped forward his senior year. Our legends jumped out early to a 14-0 lead. The Owls did what all good teams do and fought back making the score 14-13. During half time Coach Rip asked "What can we run offensively that will work?" Our legend spoke up "Run the cross buck coach." Then looked toward Nuckles. Nuckles grinned while shaking his head in agreement. Coach Rip "Okay." After our legends team returned the second half kick off to their 38 yardline, the play was sent in. West took the snap and handed the ball to Nuckles who proceeded around the right side behind #62. Our legend Pancaked the defensive tackle before getting back up and cross body blocked the pursuing linebacker, sending Nuckles untouched for the 62 yard touchdown. The good guys stopped the owls not only on their next possession but the rest of the half; as Coach Rip called Cross buck a record 29 times in a row. Nuckles had a record night as he wound up scoring an additional two more times in the half for a total of 4 TD and 214 yards rushing, behind this weeks legend Brad Schmitt before the game ended.
The season culminated the following week in Little Rock as our legends team brought home their second State Championship; allowing the Magazine community to Club Dub once again.
Well there you have it 43, The 'storm's Mount Rushmore Football Players: Paul Smith, Bubba Smith, Corey Chambers, Brad Schmitt and Long Yang.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on November 21, 2019, 08:49:39 am
The 'storm was thinking about great defensive performances this week. So of course Long Yang's 10 tackle game against the Salem on 11-18-2011 was discussed with my co-workers. After the rattlers first drive stalled, they were able to pin Salem inside their own five. On the first play, Long Yang came off the edge on a blitz. The Salem Fullback tried to take Yang out at the knees. Long quickly Hurdled the Fullback and planted his facemask in the Qb's back. When the Ball hit the ground, it was in the endzone and Dority was there to pounce on it for the early lead. The rattlers rolled from there winning 34-2.
This weeks Magazine Legend has not only started in the most consecutive playoff games played but in the most competitive games played as well. Midway through our legends sophomore year, the line coach threw down the challenge. "Who wants our Preseason Paraded All American Senior Lineman's spot?" As all the line in unison lowered their heads and stepped back, one stepped forward. "I'll take it." "Then hit the ground and prove it." That was the last day our legend never saw the playing field. Late in November our legend's team was invading Atkins in the quarters. The Red Devils had decide early to pound the our legends side of the line. That didn't go over well, the devils were trying to stay in the game early trailing 14-0 facing a 4 and less than a yard at their own 41 yardline. Our legend exploded off the line from his tackle position at the snap, pushing the offensive tackle back into the backfield. The devil Running back lowered his shoulder preparing to run our tackle over. #62 slid off the block and dropped the running back for a two yard loss and the good guys went on to score their next possession. Our legend ended the game with 10 tackles, 4 for loss and shutdown the Devil offense, while sending his team to the semi's.
During our legends Junior year, he was moved to the offensive side of the ball. Where all he did was help lead the way up front in demolishing the majority of the schools offensive records. He stepped up again i the quarters, when the Star City Bulldogs managed to take the game to overtime. After the good guys stopped the Bulldogs on their possession, the offense took the field. On the first play Ray went over the right side behind the towers for a gain of 5, before taking a helmet to the gut. In coach Rip fashion, he sent in the next play "Fullback trap right." Our legend upon hearing the play looked gator dead in the eye and said "don't worry your not going to get touched." At the snap of the ball the right side of the offensive line surged forward and the defensive front of the Bulldogs crumbled onto their backs, as Ray walked into the end zone for the victory. It reminded the 'storm of the Berlin wall collapsing to the ground.
It was in the semi's against the defending State Champs, when our legend stepped forward his senior year. Our legends jumped out early to a 14-0 lead. The Owls did what all good teams do and fought back making the score 14-13. During half time Coach Rip asked "What can we run offensively that will work?" Our legend spoke up "Run the cross buck coach." Then looked toward Nuckles. Nuckles grinned while shaking his head in agreement. Coach Rip "Okay." After our legends team returned the second half kick off to their 38 yardline, the play was sent in. West took the snap and handed the ball to Nuckles who proceeded around the right side behind #62. Our legend Pancaked the defensive tackle before getting back up and cross body blocked the pursuing linebacker, sending Nuckles untouched for the 62 yard touchdown. The good guys stopped the owls not only on their next possession but the rest of the half; as Coach Rip called Cross buck a record 29 times in a row. Nuckles had a record night as he wound up scoring an additional two more times in the half for a total of 4 TD and 214 yards rushing, behind this weeks legend Brad Schmitt before the game ended.
The season culminated the following week in Little Rock as our legends team brought home their second State Championship; allowing the Magazine community to Club Dub once again.
Well there you have it 43, The 'storm's Mount Rushmore Football Players: Paul Smith, Bubba Smith, Corey Chambers, Brad Schmitt and Long Yang.
Great story ( I can just picture the blocks and I can hear Nuckles grunting as he is sprinting!) and even greater Mt. Rushmore.
For football at Magazine, I will go with Cory Chambers, Ryan Chambers, Josh Dority, Skyler McElroy. This year's group may cause a restructuring of legends!
It was something else 43. Late in the 4th coach Beck walked over to Rip and said "you do realize their entire defense is overloaded to the right side? We got an easy TD off to the left." Rip responded "I'm not messing this up cross buck right!!" All the way to the endzone.
And it is that type of line domination which is going to prevail the rattlers to a 38-25 victory over the bugs. The Fighting Terrier ices the game from 34 yards out late in the 4th.
Love it!!!!
Later; I am headed to the arena for some basketball action. Back for more football later.....
The Block Party has officially started
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cE8b_do5864
Gooooo Bigggggg Redddddddd!!!!!!!!!!!
12 hours and change to kickoff!!
Quote from: RATTLER43 on November 22, 2019, 06:33:42 am
12 hours and change to kickoff!!
It is Bone Collection Day 43!!! 12 hours and change, until the Big Red Furry's Bone Pile gets bigger inside the PIT!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFLJe1QoCGA
Love at 31 seconds!!!!!
Less than 3 hours..... and still raining.....
Got to hand it to the players for a great year. When the 'storm came back he was expecting a 5 to 6 year turn around like last time but the players were able to get it done in a little over a year. After considerable reflection the 'storm has come to the conclusion, it was 24's down playing the return of the black shirts which hampered the rattlers Friday.
The preparations will start after thanksgiving break for the Rattler's to defend their outright conference championship. The big pieces which will have to be replaced are obviously Hyatt and McDowell on the line. The rattlers may need to change up their offense from the wing T to the stacked or off set I though to fit their personnel. Faughn at feature back and which ever player decides to step up at fullback. With Scott running the triple option 30+ times. Finally for the rattlers offense to really click. They are going to have to pass the ball to Mr Raggio 5-10 times a game off play action with 5-15 yard patterns, occasionally going deep with a post or corner route. He is to big of a target to not be one of the main stays in the offensive production.
Happy Thanksgiving 'Ziners 'Storm is out
Happy Thanksgiving from RattlerNation.
Winds of change...
The conference title will be directed by a new captain. Will be interesting for sure. Wonder if whoever comes in will stick with the wing t or maybe install a punt return team.
The 'storm knows chambers is probably the local favorite for the opening but hopes the rattlers put together an appropriate coaching search committee to vet all the applicants. Rumor is the legend himself Long Yang is interested in the position and is in the process of going the non traditional state rout; just needs the school to approve .
Caleb Hyatt, Bryce McDowell, and Doug Powell named your West All Star squad.
Much deserved. The rattlers should have a couple more next year in the game as well.
Agreed. Hard work and perseverance paying off.
Okay, the interest in this job is through the roof, the 'storm has made magazine into one of the top coaching destinations in the state and the right leaders needs to be selected; The 'storm gets it. But how much longer is this search going to take. At this point it is starting to eat into the Arkansas' high school open recruiting period. Can't be good for this years class. The 'storm's opinion is throw some money at the three time state championship coach from the west. Lets get it over with. Make an offer he can't refuse. Shoot, I bet a bunch of grovers would immediately transfer as well. What gives?
Keep it at home
Did Magazine ever actually post their job opening anywhere?
Quote from: i40traveler on February 25, 2020, 07:52:36 pm
Did Magazine ever actually post their job opening anywhere?
Saw it thumb tacked to the Do Drop In's bulletin board, under help wanted, a few weeks ago.
Highly likely it will be an internal hire, one way or the other.
Ryan Chambers has been named HC.
Congratulations to Coach Chambers!
Great hire
Well, here is to hoping it doesn't take, this good ole boy, 6+ years to win his first outright conference championship.
Good luck to Coach Chambers. He will do great.
Read an article which quoted RC as saying "not much is going to change on the offensive side of the ball. He has been calling the plays the last few years, anyway." Gotta admit this is a little concerning seeing how Ragio wasn't incorporated into the offense last year, like The Gronk. The 'storm just hopes RC has picked up a punt return special teams play.
Anyway, things to watch next year.
1. the rattlers win their 5th outright conference championship, making RC the first in school history to do so in year 1.
2. Depending on how the playoffs draw out and avoiding the bye; Tatum Scott adds to his school record of most first round victories standing @2 and guides the rattlers out of the first round. This will also put TS ahead of CC on the all time playoff win list with 3 overall.
3. This is where the 'storm might get some disagreement but the 'storm is going to put it out there anyway. in the second round the next week, the TS and Ragio connection goes for 121 passing/receiving yard and three touchdowns, as the rattlers advance to the third round. Oddly this will put TS and CC in a tie for second place for most second round victories.
Just some stuff to look forward to.
Any word on the new conference? What all teams are we loosing/gaining. Any strong teams coming in?
The 2A-4 is losing Lava and one of the three big dogs on the porch in Hackett. As far as teams coming in it is a crapshoot; we are adding out of the 2A-5 Bigelow, Conway Christian and Quitman. Not a fan of the 2a-5 but Bigelow and Conway Christian both have won outright conference championship in the last decade. Quitman joins Da 'burg as the only schools in the conference never have won an outright conference championship. The question with these schools is how does the quality of 2a-5 football transcend over into the smash-mouth style of the 2a'4. Rounding out the conference is Yellville-Summit coming off a 2-9 season but dropping down from the 3A; So, they will be one of the bigger schools in the 2A. Their last outright conference championship was back in 2001.
So overall the conference is adding a lot more previous outright conference champions but the 'storm still sees the two front runners being Hector and Magazine. Just don't think the other schools are ready for the brutality of 2a-4 football.
So overall the 'storm see it playing out like this
1. The Rattlers
2. Hector
3. Da 'Burg
4. Yellville
5. Quitman
6. Bigelow
7. JCW
8. CC (being a private school, could drastically change with any effort their coaches put into recruiting).
Thats the 'storm's early forecast, DMG. How do you see it playing out?
Quote from: alaskanstorm on April 15, 2020, 05:42:16 pm
The 2A-4 is losing Lava and one of the three big dogs on the porch in Hackett. As far as teams coming in it is a crapshoot; we are adding out of the 2A-5 Bigelow, Conway Christian and Quitman. Not a fan of the 2a-5 but Bigelow and Conway Christian both have won outright conference championship in the last decade. Quitman joins Da 'burg as the only schools in the conference never have won an outright conference championship. The question with these schools is how does the quality of 2a-5 football transcend over into the smash-mouth style of the 2a'4. Rounding out the conference is Yellville-Summit coming off a 2-9 season but dropping down from the 3A; So, they will be one of the bigger schools in the 2A. Their last outright conference championship was back in 2001.
So overall the conference is adding a lot more previous outright conference champions but the 'storm still sees the two front runners being Hector and Magazine. Just don't think the other schools are ready for the brutality of 2a-4 football.
So overall the 'storm see it playing out like this
1. The Rattlers
2. Hector
3. Da 'Burg
4. Yellville
5. Quitman
6. Bigelow
7. JCW
8. CC (being a private school, could drastically change with any effort their coaches put into recruiting).
Thats the 'storm's early forecast, DMG. How do you see it playing out?
Any school could change if their school puts effort into recruiting 😉
Conway Christian just has a better local population to draw from haha
Na, only private schools and charters recruit. Everything in the public schools is considered a legitimate move.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on April 15, 2020, 05:42:16 pm
The 2A-4 is losing Lava and one of the three big dogs on the porch in Hackett. As far as teams coming in it is a crapshoot; we are adding out of the 2A-5 Bigelow, Conway Christian and Quitman. Not a fan of the 2a-5 but Bigelow and Conway Christian both have won outright conference championship in the last decade. Quitman joins Da 'burg as the only schools in the conference never have won an outright conference championship. The question with these schools is how does the quality of 2a-5 football transcend over into the smash-mouth style of the 2a'4. Rounding out the conference is Yellville-Summit coming off a 2-9 season but dropping down from the 3A; So, they will be one of the bigger schools in the 2A. Their last outright conference championship was back in 2001.
So overall the conference is adding a lot more previous outright conference champions but the 'storm still sees the two front runners being Hector and Magazine. Just don't think the other schools are ready for the brutality of 2a-4 football.
So overall the 'storm see it playing out like this
1. The Rattlers
2. Hector
3. Da 'Burg
4. Yellville
5. Quitman
6. Bigelow
7. JCW
8. CC (being a private school, could drastically change with any effort their coaches put into recruiting).
Thats the 'storm's early forecast, DMG. How do you see it playing out?
I could definitely see it playing out this way. I may give a slight edge to Burg over Hector, but other than that I agree. I've heard Yelleville is quite a drive eh?
Yep, yellville is the drive. Would have to plan weekend fishing trip and come home Sunday to make it feasible
Yellville-Summit is an awful drive... Maybe the fans can convince them to play 14 games on the road this cycle??
With hindsight being 20-20 and now knowing Ryan Mallett was available; one can only speculate about what Actually went on behind closed doors, within the search committee's of two of the most prominent football programs in the state. Sure yes both hires made sense at the time, hire from within, they know the systems, things will operate pretty much the same, ect.. RC might open it up some and DC is going to keep it run dominated may switch back to the wishbone may not. The wins will continue to pile up sure but what RM would have brought to the table will always make one wonder what could have been. So much missed opportunity for professional knowledge being filtered down. So many unanswered questions. What would T Scott have accomplished in a Belichick style offense? What QB would RM had developed into the next must see Razorback star/leader? Gotta admit seems like an opportunity lost. Makes on wonder if the search committee's did an adequate job or did they proceed with horse blinders on. Anyway the scrutiny which will originate out of this situation can only add to the expectations and pressure of not only these two coaches but also everyone involved on those committee's.
Ryan Mallett Head Coach of the Magazine Rattlers. What dynasty could have been built?
Ryan Mallett Head Coach of the team to the west. What passing records that would Have been broken?
The 'storm is going to go try to make sense out of this and sulk for awhile.
Did he apply for the job? Have heard he has been in the process of building a house outside of Mt Home for a while now, and marrying a girl from the area......so confused by your post what information are we missing?
Only the search committee's know who they sought out, applied and interviewed. Just the fact that he was on the market and not mentioned as an option makes one question the football acumen of these committees. Yes the MH stuff now set in stone unfortunately. However, with the right amount of $ it might of delayed that move. We will never know. But what we do know is the rattlers built a mini college BASKETBALL ::) arena within the past decade, so scrounging up the cash shouldn't have been a problem. What could have been Made? We will never know.
Okay, the 'Storm knows everyone will be wondering how the 'Storm came to be, rocking out, in an ER waiting room; on a Wednesday night, searching for the right intro musical compilation for the Rattlers upcoming 5th outright conference football Championship season. It all started yesterday with a ding on the 'Storm's cell phone. It was a text from the wife which stated "look what we are doing." The 'Storm scrolled up to see the kids digging a monstrous unleveled pit of a hole, off of the patio.
So, the 'Storm placed the call "Ah, what are yall doing?" "Extending the patio" the wife replied. "Please stop the 'Storm will take care of it when he gets home" I said. "No, this is our project, we will do it, the 'Storm doesn't have to worry about thing" the voice on the phone countered. "Okay" the 'Storm said, exasperated and defeated; hitting the red button on his phone. Still irritated the 'Storm proceeded out to the middle of his work station and let out a "Look what I can do!!!" before leaping into the air and doing a mid-air full body convulsion. Of course, the 'Storm's millennial co-worker only looked up briefly from its phone in bewilderment; before returning it's gaze back down to the gizmo's screen.
So, with the project well underway, the 'Storm gets home to find absolutely NO Patio Pavers, No Paver Base and No Paver Sand but rest assured the 'Storm was extremely impressed with the progression of the now massive bowl-shaped hole. Which brought about the 'Storm spending Tuesday afternoon running to both Lowes and HD to get all the materials needed. Why two stores you ask? Because for some reason the Patio Paver people quit making the 19 ½ by 19 ½ paver's the 'Strom used on a project a couple years ago. Luckily HD had some 18 by 18 so it didn't end up being off by a lot.
Wednesday was back filling the hole. Then re-digging, leveling, laying the base and finally setting the pavers; Which, as the 'Storm was setting the last one smashed his Pinky finger. Purple blood rushed underneath and out the sides of the nail. The 'Storm always knew he bled the true colors of previous Rattler Greats, Purple and gold, 43. Anyway, it was off to the ER.
As the 'Storm was rocking out and taking notes, with the only writing utensil he had a black sharpie, my fellow waiting room compadres looked on enliveningly. "There, the perfect play list" the 'Storm said as the feeling of accomplishment set in. Unfortunately, this was short lived and ruined by the spectacle which burst through the ED doorway.
The 'Storm hears the following arise out of a mixture of gasps, wheezes, and sputum inducing coughs the likes of which the 'storm has never heard "m not wearing no mask, wheeze, Live and let die, gasp, ain't ackin my iberty, Cough." With the 'Storm attention now focused, he noticed the Kleenex in the older gentleman's left hand was blood stained. A nurse and a Doctor both decked out in Ebola suits were trying unsuccessfully to prevent his advancement. "MR. VAUGHN YOU HAVE TO WEAR A MASK!!!!" the nurse said enforce fully. "aint takin ur iberty, ive n di, Dave aint erin a mask" stated the woman defiantly pushing the wheelchair forward as she tried to whack the two, first the nurse then the doctor, with a curved walking stick. "NO, NO, STOP, STOP" the doctor shouted dodging the cane.
Holy crud the 'Storm pondered Dave Vaughn!! No way, could it be? The one and only DV. The 'Storm had to check it out. So, he got up and made his way over to the couple causing the raucous. As the 'Storm approached the coupled making a raucous, he noticed a tattoo of a M shaded Blue with a black inscription underneath reading Confence runer ups n first rond particpant. Now the 'Storm cannot say for sure if in fact this was the one and only DV but the 'Storm is not going to let a fellow 4-2a compadre fight the good fight alone.
So, the 'Storm jumped into action. "Excuse me but what do you two traitors think you are doing to these two patriots," the 'storm shaking his finger at the medical personnel. "Live and let die, you cannot make us wear masks" the 'Storm proceeded to take off his own mask and sling it at the doctor's feet.
"Right on!! They can't make use wear masks but we're going to have to indicate in some way Ma'am, so everyone knows to leave us alone" the 'storm said looking over to the woman. "Do you think you could get behind him and hold his head up, so it is nice and still?" The 'Storm asked. "Sure, God sent us a miracle Dave" the woman stated before taking her position behind the wheelchair and grabbing both sides of the man's head. Her hands clenched into his greying mop for good measure. "Okay be still, will only take a second" the 'Storm said taking the cap off his sharpie and marked the man's forehead. "There!! You shouldn't have any more problems," the 'Storm said confidently. "God bless you" the woman said repeatedly as she made her way around to see the 'Storms good deed.
"Agh" she screamed after bending down to read the man's forehead. "What" Dave asked in another blood inducing cough. "He ppppp put a D on your forehead. D fur Dead." The woman's gaze shifted uneasily toward the 'Storm. "No, No Ma'am. The D does not stand for dead but rest assured no one will be giving either one of you any more trouble. You two have a glorious rest of your visit and God bless ya" the 'Storm said. Then retook his seat to the thunderous applause of all the medical personnel. Now back to that play list the 'Storm thought.
Which the 'Storm is going to leave to 24 to put together. After all, it is the least he could do, in an attempt, to make up for costing the Rattlers a victory over the Bugs by downplaying the return of the black shirts. So here goes:
Starts with the Bag Pipe intro of Korn's "Shoots and Ladders" which cuts into Metallica's "Battery" bye passing the slow intro going right to the heavy stuff. Followed by Metallica's "For whom the bell tolls" and then AC/DC's "Thunderstruck. Before finishing up with Rattler Nations Anthem "Voodoo" by Godsmack.
Stay safe as we reopen fellow 4-2a compadres; so, we can have a football season. Not that anyone in the conference stands a chance against the Rattlers.
Well, the 'storm finally got some down time and realized football season was fast approaching. So, the 'storm started his annual preseason data mining. Which always starts with the #1 Sports news source for all things Logan County. Here is a link to one of their preseason articles.
https://residentpress.com/rattlers-football-ready-for-a-rebuild/
The 'Storm knows goose bumps right!!!
Anyway over the next couple of week as we head into the season; We are going to be discussing the players and positions. As well as, what needs to be done to transform the good season which lays ahead for the rattlers, in which they obtain their fifth outright conference Championship, into a great one.
So first up next week we are going to start by taking a deep look into the fire power on the offensive side of the ball. We all know any good season requires a bunch of big nasties up front and that is 24's forte, so we will wait eagerly for that report.
The 'Storm is going to discuss the two prominent backs in the backfield; While, 43 fills us in on who is likely to be vying for the two vacant positions behind three year starter Tatum Scott.
the 'storm knows the wait which will seem eternal undoubtedly will cause some anxiety but do not despair for football season is approaching.
Not certain but believe that Faughn, Droemer, and Scott will be the big offensive weapons from the backfield this season. More later....
A little late but hitting starts tomorrow, so here goes.
What do the rattlers have to do to have a good season? Simple the two studs Scott and Faughn just have to show up. Better news one of them just has to be present for the 1.5 seconds in between the snap and handing off to Faughn; Who is set to have a breakout season emerging out from behind Hyatt's shadow. Look for him to rush for 1500+ and around 20 TD's this season. The truth is these two show up nightly and the rattlers are looking at another outright conference championship or at the worst runner up.
So what will the rattlers have to do to have a great season 'storm? also Simple and the 'storm will lay it out for you. Eventually the rattlers will come up against a team who is able to match up with their power run game and give the rattlers some problems. This could be in conference maybe Quitman or da 'burg but more than likely not, let's not kid. It will actually probably be Hector if it is in conference or a team in the playoffs. When this happens the rattlers are going to have to extend the field and Scott is going to be relied upon to distribute the ball to his receivers. What receivers you ask? Good question. First someone is going to have to step up as a deep threat. Maybe that Krigbaum kid told he has some decent speed and can come down with ball regularly. If not him then someone else is going to have to step up or better yet a second deep threat would be great.
Once the deep threat is established the foundation is set for what will carry the rattlers to a great season. That is getting the opposing defense to match up with the rattler receivers and backs in a one on one situation. Specifically getting a linebacker to have to man up against either Faughn or Mr Ragio. Scott gets make the hot call at the line and that should be game set match.
Anyway that is the 'storm's take on the offense. Can't wait to hear more about the line from 24 and an update about some of the players emerging as practice gets underway Monday, from 43.
Mansfield this Friday. I see a win!! Have to play smart.
What do ya think?
The lack of enthusiasm from the rattlers faithful has the 'storm concerned honestly; specifically with regards to the offensive line. Initially what the 'storm saw as a blowout probably ends up being somewhere in the neighborhood to a 10-8 rattler victory with Faughn being a one man wrecking crew 117 yards and a td with 10 plus tackles on defense. The race for that 5th outright conference championship might be tighter than expected.
The pregame write up from the most in-depth source of Logan County football.
https://residentpress.com/sr-rattlers-plan-to-snare-tigers-on-senior-night/
Quote from: alaskanstorm on August 27, 2020, 06:55:28 am
The lack of enthusiasm from the rattlers faithful has the 'storm concerned honestly; specifically with regards to the offensive line. Initially what the 'storm saw as a blowout probably ends up being somewhere in the neighborhood to a 10-8 rattler victory with Faughn being a one man wrecking crew 117 yards and a td with 10 plus tackles on defense. The race for that 5th outright conference championship might be tighter than expected.
No lack of enthusiasm here. I have moved back into the classroom and have spent the past weeks pouring over tutorials, orientations, zoom meetings, etc. trying to learn 5 different platforms for blended learning. Then I have worked on getting a minimum of two weeks ahead on all lessons in case school gets closed. Add to that coaching 12 teams across three sports. Then, working after school hours and weekends on my swamp that used to be my cross country course.... There is so much more, but you get the point. I am so excited to be returning and trying to defend/win another conference title! But, I may only check in on weekends to FF until I feel proficient in using all my platforms for teaching. Nonetheless, I have the Rattlers in a close one: 18-14
Rattler Pride!!
Good game to Magazine. Mansfield defense came to play, I think Magazine only crossed the 50 yard line once? Good luck to the Rattlers the rest of the season.
Quote from: RATTLER43 on August 28, 2020, 11:56:12 am
No lack of enthusiasm here. I have moved back into the classroom and have spent the past weeks pouring over tutorials, orientations, zoom meetings, etc. trying to learn 5 different platforms for blended learning. Then I have worked on getting a minimum of two weeks ahead on all lessons in case school gets closed. Add to that coaching 12 teams across three sports. Then, working after school hours and weekends on my swamp that used to be my cross country course.... There is so much more, but you get the point. I am so excited to be returning and trying to defend/win another conference title! But, I may only check in on weekends to FF until I feel proficient in using all my platforms for teaching. Nonetheless, I have the Rattlers in a close one: 18-14
Rattler Pride!!
Good luck with that.
Quote from: SportsManiac on August 28, 2020, 10:18:40 pm
Good game to Magazine. Mansfield defense came to play, I think Magazine only crossed the 50 yard line once? Good luck to the Rattlers the rest of the season.
Sounds like the line coach didn't have it all together this week. Good news He has two weeks to get it all straightened out hopefully; Because if not, the way 2020 is going you might as well tie a big red bow Around da 'burg's first outright conference championship. 🤢
Quote from: alaskanstorm on August 29, 2020, 06:01:07 pm
Sounds like the line coach didn't have it all together this week. Good news He has two weeks to get it all straightened out hopefully; Because if not, the way 2020 is going you might as well tie a big red bow Around da 'burg's first outright conference championship. 🤢
Hector is winning this conference. Da Burg will not be close this season. Quitman might be number 2 in this conference
Quote from: beach bum on August 29, 2020, 08:56:22 pm
Hector is winning this conference. Da Burg will not be close this season. Quitman might be number 2 in this conference
Wow! wow! WOW! Stop! pull in the reins there bum. Let's not get ahead of ourselves. Yes Hector won Friday but let's get real it was over Dover. Who doesn't beat Dover? Thats right everyone beats Dover. Yes The 'storm knows the rattlers lost but did find out the tigers did have a legit baller QB 6'6 225 pounds with some quickness. Yes the rattlers should have been able to make adjusts but we will write it off to first time coaching jitters by the new Head coach. Plus we all know if the wildcats had any type of chance at vying for a championship; WCA21 would be on here YIPPING AND YAPPING about it. So let's just keep it realistic, Coach Chambers rights the ship and breaks the first year coaching debacle trend of his predecessors.
I a side not the 'storm is hoping some real rattler legends get some revenge on the tigers come playoff time.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on August 29, 2020, 06:01:07 pm
Sounds like the line coach didn't have it all together this week. Good news He has two weeks to get it all straightened out hopefully; Because if not, the way 2020 is going you might as well tie a big red bow Around da 'burg's first outright conference championship. 🤢
The burg ain't winning anything but a can of butt whopping when JC west side comes through
Quote from: alaskanstorm on August 31, 2020, 06:01:30 pm
Wow! wow! WOW! Stop! pull in the reins there bum. Let's not get ahead of ourselves. Yes Hector won Friday but let's get real it was over Dover. Who doesn't beat Dover? Thats right everyone beats Dover. Yes The 'storm knows the rattlers lost but did find out the tigers did have a legit baller QB 6'6 225 pounds with some quickness. Yes the rattlers should have been able to make adjusts but we will write it off to first time coaching jitters by the new Head coach. Plus we all know if the wildcats had any type of chance at vying for a championship; WCA21 would be on here YIPPING AND YAPPING about it. So let's just keep it realistic, Coach Chambers rights the ship and breaks the first year coaching debacle trend of his predecessors.
I a side not the 'storm is hoping some real rattler legends get some revenge on the tigers come playoff time.
I have stated we are in a good position to contend for the conference championship, just gotta clean up small mental mistakes
So, a quick update on the season thus far. The good news the rattler have reeled off two in a row; including their JV squad taking out Lamar High after the week one stumble. This has gotten the snake pit beginning to stir. Shot it has even gotten the 'storm's alcoholic neighbor all riled up; who by the way is on a health kick because he always has a big tall glass of orange juice in hand. Anyway, As the 'storm was drinking his evening decaf McCafe' Premium Roast coffee there came a banging on my front door.
"Frank, what the heck man it is 7:42 p.m. people are trying to sleep around here" the 'storm said. " 'Storm there saying the conference championship game is going down at the Bigslow this Friday night" Frank replied visibly shaken, the orange juice sloshing out of the glass and onto the 'storms floor. "Give me that before you ruin the 'storms brand new linoleum" as the 'storm snatched the glass out of his hand and downed it. "That was for you anyway" Frank replied as the 'storm downed the glass. "Dang! You always have the best orange juice. You sure it is the brand that says grown in Florida because all the ones I have bought can't touch this. "Yep. Grown in Florida. I don't know what is wrong with the stuff you bye 'storm" he answered.
Continuing after finishing the orange juice "Who is saying this?" "That 'bum on fearless and a couple others" Frank answered. "Don't pay attention to the 'bum, he is a know it all who needs directions on how to tie his own shoes." "Listen 24's silence has spoken volumes. The rattlers probably don't have the o-line or d-line to take the outright conference championship this year. But we beat these guys by what was it 30, 40, or 50 last year. There is no way the bigslow flips the script this year. Don't worry the rattlers will be in it till the end. Will probably win by a couple points maybe a touchdown."
"A COUPLE POINTS!!!!! MAYBE A TOUCHDOWN!!!!! That is to close 'storm. We have to circle the wagons. You know round up the posse." Frank said clearly agitated. "Well good luck with that. Tell you what, you be sure to let the 'storm know how that goes. And don't come back unless you have some more of that orange juice" the 'storm said shutting the door behind him.
'ziners by 2
Well, the 'storm was kicked back relaxing watching the Beastie Boys documenatary on Apple+; when none other than Frank barges in through the front door. "What the heck man. Do you not know how to knock? and quit spilling orange juice all over the new linoleum man but thanks for thinking about the 'storm this time. I see you brought me one as well as yourself." The 'storm said snatching away a glass of OJ and slurping it down. "Florida?" The 'storm asked. "Yep" Frank replied with a shrug. "They are actually both yours man. I've done it 'storm." Frank responded. "Done what?" The 'storm asked. "I have rallied the troops." He responded at the same time the phone began quacking quack-quack, quack-quack
"Sorry, that is just a spam call; go ahead and finish what you were saying" as the 'storm finished off the first glass. "No it is not. Look at the area code. answer it and put it on speaker." Frank insisted. The 'storm looked down and saw a 969 area code and deja vu came rushing back. The 'storm answered the phone and put it on speaker as the second glass began to disappear.
"Hello" the 'storm said. " 'Storm! It's Yang" the voice on the other line proclaimed. "I've talked to Frank and i'm concerned about your posts."
"Listen Yang, the 'storm knows what y'all two are up to but it is not going to work. 24's silence speaks volumes. Apparently we don't have any men on the line. What we need are a bunch of down and dirty men on the line to win another outright conference championship. What we have a bunch of boys and to make matters worse they are still latched to their....." "STOP..........
To be continued.
"Stop! Come on man, 'Storm? Just means they have strong healthy bones" Yang blurted out rudely interrupting the 'Storm; before continuing, "Listen..." "No you listen Yang, 24's silence is absolute. There is no coming back from it." The 'Storm interrupted right back. "Just zip it 'Storm and listen for a sec" Yang raising his voice. "Yea hear the man out 'Storm" Frank pleaded. "Okay but make it fast the 'storm has a Beastie Boys documentary to get back to.
"Do you remember the year the rattlers won their first outright conference championship?" Yang asked. "of course 2009" the 'storm answered. "Do you remember the flee flicker TD pass Yang caught right before the half of the Hacket game? The one that put us on top 14-0 despite our offense sputtering the entire first half" He additionally asked. "of course Section 7 row 2 seat 12. Beautiful play call by the Doc by the way." "The Doc! Please I drew that one up in the huddle in the dirt. The Doc wanted us to run a fullback dive." Yang replied. "Do you remember the Quote Pulled Hammy Yang had to sit out with the next week against the small johns?" Yang continued questioning. "Yes if the 'storm remembers right it supposed to be maybe season ending but miraculously you were only out 7 days" replied the 'storm. "Thats because there was no pulled Hammy. The Doc's reprisal almost cost us our first outright conference championship" Yang responded with a shakiness in his voice. "I always wondered about that" the 'storm mumbled.
"Sorry sore subject, Yang needs to get back on track. Do you remember November 19th, 2010 and the Dixon invasion?" Yangs interrogation continued. "Of course section 5 row 3 seat 7" the 'storm answered. Then asked Frank "Could you go get me a couple more glasses of orange juice. This is taking longer than the 'storm thought. "Sure" Frank replied and hurried out the door.
"When Dixon broke containment and had Yang one on one in the open field; what happened 'storm? Did Yang cower? or did Yang light it up?" Yang concluding his questioning. "Yang brought the BOOOOM" the 'storm enthusiastically replied.
"See that is the point 'storm, Yang was always the smallest player in stature on the field but was always able to deliver the goods. Now our line may not be the biggest. They may not be the fastest or most agile but Yang can guarantee you they will be the ones playing with the most heart. Because at the end of the day. That is what it is all about, Rattler Nation being One Unified Big Heart Beat."
"That was deep." Frank said from the back and stepped forward placing the 'storm's glasses of orange juice down on the table. For a moment we all just sat there in silence as the 'storm finished off the first glass and then the other.
"You still there 'storm?" came through the phone speaker. The 'Storm answered "Yes and to heck with 24. There is no reason what so ever that the rattlers can't do this, this season."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaaOUlpItGw
The 'Storm continued "And when the Rattlers enter bigslow stadium and take the field this Friday night it is going to be like this."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZaQJvchXUI
"And after the rattlers prove all these naysayers and blasphemers wrong; With The Bone Collector collecting bones and The Weak Side butcherer stacking'em up. Club Dub is going to be open for business. Kinda like this"
NSFW (language, even though most of it is bleeped out)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jnY5JC0US0
"GOOOO BIGGGG REDDDDD!!!!!!!!! Freaking A. Let's go get some more of that orange juice" the 'storm shouted exiting the dining room.
"There's our 'storm Yang. We got him back" Frank said before hanging up the 'storm's phone.
'ziners roll 45-18
Well, the 'Storm finally decided put last week behind him, head down south and start getting ready for the Rattler vs da 'burg Rumble going down this Friday night. So of course the first stop on the agenda was Mels Cafe; before going to purchase some new knuckles, nunchakus and a kanabo.
Upon entering this fine establishment, the 'storm was shocked to see? You guessed it, 24 sitting at table uno. "Hey 24 how you doing?" the 'storm shouted. And 24 must still be totally demoralized about last week or he is just taking this snooty-snoot thing to a whole different level because he didn't say a word. He just looked down and continued eating his hot cakes. So the 'storm headed back to his usual table in the back and checked the daily corn prices; before ordering the Alaskanstorm Special, a ham and cheese omelet with Pace Picante Salsa on the side. Oh and a glass of orange juice as well.
About the time the waitress was setting the 'storm's food down, the chime went off up front and in walked Yang. "Hey 24. Who ya doing? Yang said, then asked. To which 24 responded with a cold grimace; now speedily putting the hot cakes down.
"What a game that was, right?" Yang said.
"It reminded the 'storm of the October 2, 2009 game you were suspended for" the 'storm answered taking his first swig of OJ. Then said "No, no not even close. Frank must be getting his supply at a farmers market or something. You know fresh squeezed."
"Huh? Yep Yang had to watch that game from the sidelines thanks to the doc. He didn't make that mistake again. What Yang remembers most about that game against the small johns was the late second quarter drive. Our line was finally wearing them down and had marched into the redzone to tie it up. When out of no where, BANG bogus holding call. Followed by an incomplete pass and one atrocious offensive play call. Before you know it 4 and 33. Anyway Chambers gets off a beauty of a punt. The small john returner fields it at the one and The Big SM was zeroed in about to take him out. When Smack an illegal clipping block sprung him loose for 99 yards. We couldn't recover from that series of event unfortunately though. Just like last Friday;" Yang said.
"Yea but the 2009 game only had one blown call. Last Friday not only was there the clipping block that sprung him. There was also, not ONE but TWO illegal crack back blocks out on the side. One of which was an ejection able targeting head shoot. Someone on the other sidelines must of had a second cousins on that field crew. Because that game now replaces the 2018 da 'burg White Hat Yell leader fiasco" the 'storm replied; before continuing, "But what the 'storm remembers the most about that game is in the second half the PA announcers kept saying "We have a new player in for the rattlers #0. He is not listed in our program. And the 'storm means to tell you this kid was all over the field defensively and he was the smallest kid on the field. It was a continual, that is number zero on the tackle. Followed by a, number zero again on the tackle. He ended up with 16 tackles, 4 of them sacks and 5 tackles behind the line of scrimmage. That kid was everywhere. Like a little dang racerunner. Just zipping back and forth all over the field. Crazy thing, that is the only game the kid played. Must have moved out or something the next week." The 'storm concluded.
"Yea, don't know who that was" Yang said with a crazy eye roll and head shake. "Listen what Yang remembers most about that game was number zero planting a small john guard on his rear before busting through the line and caving in the sma' Johns quarterback face mask, late in the third, with a KAAA BAAAM!!! Welcome to the sidelines; see ya!!!" Yang replied seemingly reenergized. "And that is what we are talking about 'storm. This isn't a just a game. This is a Rumble. And one way or another we are going to have fun Friday night." Yang finished pounding his clinched fists down onto the table rattling the dinnerware and disturbing the other patrons. Including briefly startling 24; causing, him to look up in attention before slumping his shoulders down and repeatedly started hitting his head on the table saying "no, no, no...."
"The 'storm thinks there maybe something wrong with 24; may need to go get checked out. Don't ya think? But you are right Yang. This Friday night either way, with a Rattler win or getting to spit sunflower seeds in DV's eyes or winning and spitting sunflower seeds in DV's eyes; the Rattlers and the 'storm are going to have a good time." 'storm responded.
"Definitely needs to get checked out. Yang has a feeling we will see a lot more vinegar out on the field this week especially from the lines. Let's go get ready to rumble, 'storm." Yang said getting up from his seat.
"Yea!!! It is a rumble" the 'storm shouted before saying "You know the 'storm doesn't need any knuckles, nunchakus or a kanabo. The 'storm has a cricket bat in his closet. Do you want me to bring you a crowbar Yang?" 'Storm asked. "No, Yang has the two most deadly weapons on the face of the earth. Yang doesn't need any sissy weapons 'storm." Yang answered turning and walking out the door.
"dang straight. Let's get out here." 'storm replied walking past 24 and hitting his table in rapid succession "It's a Rumble! It's A A Rumble 24!!!!!!;" 'storm shouted but 24 sat stoically unresponsive. "Checked out definitely" 'storm mumbled walking out the door.
'ziners by 13
So the 'storm just got in his car and to his surprise finds screws in all four of his tires. I know this has to be the work of that no good da 'burg living DV. The rumble can't get here fast enough. Dead Meat.
'Ziners by 17
Go big red!!!
Rumble time T minus 11 hours and the 'storm has a new set of tires amount of frustration to get out of his system. Rattler nation going starting to come alive this morning and will be rocking by 1700 in preparation for the Rumble. Frank even made the trip down. The rattler faithful at first didn't know how to react to a guy walking around in PJ pants and a bath robe; but as soon as he started handing out his famous orange juice, it is safe to say the town incorporated him as one of their own. Back to the Rumble.
The Butcherer answers the call and goes off for 169 yards and 2 td's; After Scott gets things going with 53 yard pick six. Faughn closes the coffin on da 'burgers with a 34 yard scamper in the third and The Bone Collector nails it shut shaking off a tackle for a 41 yard score. And this is all set up because the Rattlers want to win and Throw it to That Krigbaum Kid.
Final score 'ziners 34 'burg 12
And for all you 'Burgers who think you are going to be coming into the 'zine and making trouble; leaving with a W. You are in for a rude awakening; And, The 'storm and Rattler Nation have one thing to say to Ya.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJU4vDrs4_I
Rattlers lines came to play tonight. Club dub starting to warm up.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_d87QdbRqU
It is no mystery how the game turned out. However, everyone is probably still in suspense about how the Rumble turned out. Well, it went something like this.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hr5mzOJMbs
With Da 'burgers tucking tail and leaving town all bloodied and bruised.
As excited as the 'storm is and wants to jump right into next week due to the drastic line improvement, firing low off the ball and moving some bodies, he will let Rattler Nation enjoy tonight victory and rock out at Club Dub. Speaking of improvements what about those backs getting north and south quicker this week. Where did Bad Brad Price come from?
Again not jumping ahead, enjoy the win and Rock out!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwPg8gJq_Kw
Quote from: alaskanstorm on April 22, 2020, 01:31:39 pm
With hindsight being 20-20 and now knowing Ryan Mallett was available; one can only speculate about what Actually went on behind closed doors, within the search committee's of two of the most prominent football programs in the state. Sure yes both hires made sense at the time, hire from within, they know the systems, things will operate pretty much the same, ect.. RC might open it up some and DC is going to keep it run dominated may switch back to the wishbone may not. The wins will continue to pile up sure but what RM would have brought to the table will always make one wonder what could have been. So much missed opportunity for professional knowledge being filtered down. So many unanswered questions. What would T Scott have accomplished in a Belichick style offense? What QB would RM had developed into the next must see Razorback star/leader? Gotta admit seems like an opportunity lost. Makes on wonder if the search committee's did an adequate job or did they proceed with horse blinders on. Anyway the scrutiny which will originate out of this situation can only add to the expectations and pressure of not only these two coaches but also everyone involved on those committee's.
Ryan Mallett Head Coach of the Magazine Rattlers. What dynasty could have been built?
Ryan Mallett Head Coach of the team to the west. What passing records that would Have been broken?
The 'storm is going to go try to make sense out of this and sulk for awhile.
Ryan Mallet was not going to go for that job. His wife works at Baxter regional medical center in Mountain Home and her family is there and they are building a house there. he was dead set on going there with her so you might as well give up the fantasy that he would coach at magazine
Quote from: CoachGrizzly on October 05, 2020, 11:35:33 am
Ryan Mallet was not going to go for that job. His wife works at Baxter regional medical center in Mountain Home and her family is there and they are building a house there. he was dead set on going there with her so you might as well give up the fantasy that he would coach at magazine
I heard the same things about RM being seen in Magazine during the search. Actually I heard that RC and RM went down to the practice field to see who could throw a ball further. RC out threw him by 2 yards. What a sight that probably was.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 06, 2020, 07:18:58 am
I heard the same things about RM being seen in Magazine during the search. Actually I heard that RC and RM went down to the practice field to see who could throw a ball further. RC out threw him by 2 yards. What a sight that probably was.
:o ;D 8)
Quote from: coachc9 on October 06, 2020, 07:18:58 am
I heard the same things about RM being seen in Magazine during the search. Actually I heard that RC and RM went down to the practice field to see who could throw a ball further. RC out threw him by 2 yards. What a sight that probably was.
The 'storm actually heard RC threw first and after RM watched the ball land, just dropped his and walked away. The two yard story was filtered out in an attempt to salvage some reputation points.
Why wouldn't he be interested CG?
1. A team with a history of competing for and winning championships
2. Magazine boosters would of made it rain
3. His wife would have been allowed not only open her own practice at the magazine school hospital but would also have had access to the state of the art genetic research facility on the high school campus.
Mountain home can't even begin to touch those benefits
Anyway the 'storm has been talking to WCA21 about the state of the rattler program. Always nice to get an outside perspective. I'll try to post some of them later.
Quick question. if a team were to win three in a row, would that be considered a streak? And if so would it be fair to say that team is streaking? The 'storm and WCA21 have differing opinions. He says you need 4 or more wins. The 'storm say it starts at three.
Game Day!!! The truce the 'storm uncharacteristically agreed to is over 21. Now we will see if you were right; about the rattlers not being able to compete without the 'storm and rattler nation building them up all week. And how the lesser cats big old #70 is going to dominate the line.
So the 'storm barged into the rattlers film study session last night and point blank asked; which one of you linemen has the intestinal fortitude, no wait change that, a fraction of the heart of the greater western cats, to stand up to that monstrous Hector line.
Cox stepped forward immediately saying "they won't lay a hand on'em 'storm." "Me too, not a hand" followed Nicholas. "Not through this Big Red Machine" King, Gilbert and Thurman chimed in. The goose bumps were standing up on the 'storms arm as he left the field house.
So, look for Faughn to follow up last weeks performance with another 155+ and two TDS!!! Scott will tac on a couple of his own one rushing on 131 yards and one passing td to the Bone Collector for 27. Speaking of the Bone Collector look for a big night on the defensive side with 4 tackle behind the LOS and 2 sacks. The Weak side Butcherer gets 103 and scores on a pick six. Bad Brad Price scrambles for 89 yards and scores late in the game to put it away. But if the rattlers really want to win, They need to throw it to That Krigbaum Kid.
'ziners 39 lesser cats 17
It is time to awaken that western cat blood!!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Af0P6XEkI7Y
The 'storm is alway looking for signs of a Rattler V-I-C-T-O-R-Y through out the week and got one. As the wife is walking out the door, she throws the 'storm a shirt saying "here you can have this. The school gave it to us to wear but I can't wear it." "Why not?" the 'storm asked. "You will see" She responded. Okay the 'storm thought unfolding the shirt. "No way!!! Awesome there it is!!!" The 'storm said reading the front of the shirt saying "GET LIT!!" And that is exactly what the Rattler are going to do to the lesser cats tonight. Light them up. And then Club Dub is going to be rocking.
Gooooooo Biggggggg Reddddddddd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cABZfkRcQ6A
Rattler Nation is Streaking out of Pope County. You rattler fans be on the lookout for a bolt of lightning on the side of the road; heading back to Logan County.
Club Dub is open.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSf_cs4-E-I
The night call for some cowbell before crashing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYFpNKz1wBc
Would like to see the time of possession numbers from tonight. Quitman couldn't have had the ball for more than 15 minutes.
Time of possession
Magazine 38:41
Quitman 8:55
# of plays
Magazine 71
Quitman 42
Rushing yards
Magazine 65-506
Quitman 10-64
Passing yards
Quitman 304
Magazine 61
Turnovers
Quitman 3
Magazine 2
First downs
Magazine 30
Quitman 15
Quote from: distractedmangrove64 on October 16, 2020, 10:36:52 pm
Would like to see the time of possession numbers from tonight. Quitman couldn't have had the ball for more than 15 minutes.
Looks like your a relatively new poster distracted. So the 'storm is willing to overlook your violation of thread rule number 1 and let it slide.
What is thread rule number one you ask. The 'storm will tell you. Thread rule number one is who ever posts first after a Rattler Victory must make sure Club Dub is rocking with specifically 80's and 90's rock. Some seventies music is okay and maybe even some 60's Stones. But almost nothing after 2000. Scratch that the 'storm has the final say so on anything after 2000, can't risk pop bands being played up in here. And while the 'storm is thinking about it this might not be rule one but more like rule six or seven.
Anyway just try to stick to the rules next time and if there is questionable language tag it with a language caution so it doesn't get opened at work.
But the answer to your question is a whole bunch to relatively little.
Quote from: rattlerfan24 on October 16, 2020, 11:37:09 pm
First downs
Magazine 30
Quitman 15
Well, Well, Well, Look who decided to slither out from under the rock he has been hiding in WEEK 8. Can't give Rattler Nation the line preview or report they were looking forward to and deserved but can drop game statistics on the dime. Little irritated 24 but the 'Storm forgiveth. We have a trout fishing trip to get ready for. Who can hold grudges with a fishing trip to look forward to, right.
'ziners squeak out a trap game over the patchers 23-13.
The count down has begun and the new rattler dynasty lead by Droemer and Kid K has arrived. The rattlers return enough skill players to retake their rightful spot atop the 4-2A conference. Droemer is shifty and fast will probably be lining up under center replacing scott and handing off to Cha Kong when he is not reading the option and torching defenses on the ground. The only knock on Droemer is he is so shifty/quick sometimes to break and avoid tackles he goes backwards 5 to 10 yards. This isn't a problem against teams like JC Westside where you can run backwards for thirty yards before reeling off a 40 yard td run. But against the quicker fast teams come playoff time you have to make that lateral/foreward move and take what you get.
Kid K took matters into his own hands and forced his way into the rattlers offense, with a TD catch to give the rattlers the lead against Forman, before halftime. So expect to see him to either continue to light it up at the receiver spot or be moved to the backfield.
So that leaves one maybe two backfield positions up for grabs.
There are a couple players coming back who sat out last year which should help solidify the lines at the end positions. Speaking of the line L. Cox who played up as a ninth grader has the potential to be one of the best lineman to come through the program. He just has to live in the weightroom and work on his technique. The kid is literally a monster. You really only need to find someone to step forward at center and a tackle/guard position to have a really dominate, although maybe unbalanced, side of the O-line. Really though you would just need the other side to be able to hold it's own enough to keep the defenses honest.
Linebackers are question marks someone is going to have to step into Faughn's and the Bone collectors shoes, maybe the Allen boy. Who knows? That will all be resolved this summer during workouts. No free rides in this program. Anyway enough for now.
If you are not good enough to be purple and gold; You might as well be
Red Till Dead
August has arrived!!! The 'storm has been busy moving and hasn't been able to check in on the rattlers. How have they been looking? Is Droemer lighting it up at QB with his main target being kid k or has chambers moved kid k to running back? Plus how big are the holes the cox's boy opening up
and has there been any surprises in the line? The ' storm knows '24 has the insight can't Waite for his break down. Oh goodness it is almost here!!!!
Only thing I no about Magazine is they now have a charleston guy coaching over there in Chance Shelby.
Well guys the 'storm stayed up for three hours writing a masterpiece. Unfortunately, just as the proof reading was being being finished up, poof it vanished. And with it being 3 in the morning the 'storm said to heck with this.
But the 'storm will give you the run down.
It had Vasquez and Droooooomer running wild over the big 'slow D; behind the lines anchored by a seven man rotation of Big ED, Pax, Dos, The Raz, Nicholas and Thurman. Oh waite almost forgot the OX. Yea that is right and he is built like one too. We are talking an iron curtain of nasty dirty men.
Anyway, Kid K was catching bombs and breaking tackles as he padded his 10 yard run average. While Ryan churned up the yardage, as Littleton handed the ball off and made reads to perfection.
But what really got it going was when the smoke started rising out of the rattler tunnel and a faint noise started to grow until becoming an uncontrolled freenzy; before the rattlers rushed the field and Matson returned the opening kickoff down the right sideline 91 yards to the house. Just like Yang did against the small johns back in...Nevermind y'all know that story.
Anyway, the 'storm can't waite to hear this before the rattlers take the field tomorrow night. The real football season has begun.
RED TIL DEAD'Ziners 37 (Marcos tacks on a 34 yarder to put it away)
'big slow 16
Just got the following text from an unknown number; listen to what is going to be being piped into the PIT while the rattlers are on Defense.
PDF attachment
Freaking A that has to be good enough for a Littleton pick six or an Oxen safety. to heck with it the rattlers are going to get both.
'ziners 46
'Big 'slow 11
RED TIL DEAD
Come on!!! the 'storm knows it is time to sound check Club Dub; but, come on get the women folk away from the records.
'ziners 46
'big slow 22
Bon Jovi?
AH, nothing like waking up to a chilly Friday morning; which, means it is GAME DAY fellas. The 'storm is not going to get hyped hyped up to early though. the 'storm is going to kick back in the recliner, brew so chai latte and watch some cartoons. the 'storm doesn't want y'all to get hyped up to soon either so here is a cartoon for y'all to watch as well
RED TIL DEAD'ZINERS 46
'BIG SLOW 13
Got this old man fired up!!!!
Well. After a short hiatus, I am back.
I have been in contacts with Magazine Rattler HC Ryan Chambers. We have talked play calling, talked scheme, and he seems to be ready for the conference slate starting tonight. Lost a great class of seniors but has rebuilt even including exchange students who thought football was only played with their feet. He lost an assistant but gained 2 young (1 former state champion) coachs who are eager to learn from the "greatness" Ryan brings to the table.
Droemer is going to be a legend in his own right. 1000 yard rusher on a team with multiple threats. Look for him to get it going tonight against the slow guys from the east.
As the 'storm was finishing up the 'storm's latte, there was a knock at the front door. So the 'storm peaked out the window to see who it was. "i got to move" the 'storm said out loud and opened the door. "Hey Yang what brings you by this morning?" the 'storm asked. "You feel that chill in the air storm. Football season has begun. So Yang brought over a classic dramatic tragedy to get us ready for the game. And I also brought over the 2010 Small John game to watch after. You know the one Yang took the opening kickoff to the house," Yang answered. "The 'storm thought it was 86 yards," the 'storm replied. "No your think about the 86 yards Yards Yang ran after Yang planted the small John HITMAN!!! on his... Well you know. Anyway 'storm Yang had a vision yesterday of Matson doing the same thing. It is going to get real tonight," Yang replied. "Well come on in, The 'storm will go get the VCR out of the attic. What is that noise in the distance almost has a rhythm to it this morning?" the 'storm said. "yea don't know kinda sounds like a oomer, oomer, oomer."
"Alright hit play Yang" the 'storm instructed and he did.
Needless to be said the 'storm is in a irrational frenzy right know and totally pumped for tonights game. the hyped meter doubled.
And just when the 'storm didn't think it could get better, Yang said "And listen to this PDF I got texted this morning." "already heard it" the 'storm answered. "are you sure" Yang replied and hit play.
So much for a nice calm morning because
the 'storm is at an irrational frenzy to be honest.
And all of RATTLER NATION must have gotten it this morning as well because when we went back out side that faint noise; wasn't faint anymore and was growing louder and louder.
dromer,droomer,droomerdrooomer,drooomer,drooomerdrooooer,droooomer,droooomerdrooooomer,drooooomer,droooomer,drooooomer,drooooomer"Train-station Yang. Train-station." the 'storm said confidently. "Yep Train-station" Yang agreed
'ziners 46
'big 'slow 9
Red til Dead
'Storm, save me a seat on the Rattler Train, with Chambers as the conductor i feel safe that we are headed in the right direction.
Seat saved. Lunch time and then it is time to real it back in, refocus, and put the meditation music on repeat.
Red til DeadThey're not a real cats anyway. Here kitty kitty. Here kitty kitty.
WOW. THE HYPE IS REAL TODAY. RETURN OF THE 'STORM HAS BEEN EPIC.
No hype. They have something that belongs to the
'Storm and the 'storm wants it back.
Ziner's need to get it back on track this week. And there is no better week to do it than homecoming week. And there is no better team to do it against than hector. In fact the 'storm rests easily knowing the streak continues this Friday night as the rattlers cruise to victory. Leaving WCA21 to wallow in misery on the sidelines once again.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 06, 2021, 08:53:21 pmZiner's need to get it back on track this week. And there is no better week to do it than homecoming week. And there is no better team to do it against than hector. In fact the 'storm rests easily knowing the streak continues this Friday night as the rattlers cruise to victory. Leaving WCA21 to wallow in misery on the sidelines once again.
The Rattlers better play better than they did against Burg. We have to be at least an extra 7 points better playing in The Pit but we got an OL/DL back last week and get arguably our most explosive offensive weapon back this week from a Week 0 injury. Best of luck, but Hector has too many weapons this year and Magazine only has Ashton 🤷🏼♂️
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 07, 2021, 02:57:05 pmThe Rattlers better play better than they did against Burg. We have to be at least an extra 7 points better playing in The Pit but we got an OL/DL back last week and get arguably our most explosive offensive weapon back this week from a Week 0 injury. Best of luck, but Hector has too many weapons this year and Magazine only has Ashton 🤷🏼♂️
Is the Livestream working on YouTube yet ? Really wanting to watch this one, but don't want to make the drive....
Quote from: HorseFeathers on October 07, 2021, 07:55:35 pmIs the Livestream working on YouTube yet ? Really wanting to watch this one, but don't want to make the drive....
Not 100% sure but it'll be on Wildcat Nation Facebook page for sure
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 08, 2021, 04:20:10 amNot 100% sure but it'll be on Wildcat Nation Facebook page for sure
I'm not smart enough to watch Facebook live on my TV LoL
Magazine should stream on YouTube. MagazineRattlerTV
Storm where you at?? You okay?? You need someone to talk to? Didn't you say something about 2 weeks ago that nobody comes into The Pit and mercy rules the Rattlers? Man our Sophomore QB picked y'all apart! Only 1 incompletion on the night and it was one he just short armed in the 1st Qtr. Total domination by the Wildcats in every aspect of the game
Na. I am okay. Go ahead and release the last three years of frustration wca. I am just going to chalk this seasons up to getting that new high powered chucktown offense and defense installed. Good luck against the panthers.
Oh and I did celebrate a most dominant victory last night by the may.
Well the Rattlers have the Tigers coming to the PIT mañana. The monster which is rattler nation is wanting to be fed. So here is to hoping CC has the Pit Vipers better prepared for the tigers than this.
Anyway Home field advantage is worth 6 they say; So, the rattlers squeak this one out late 19-15 on a defensive scope and score.
Storm you wanna make a wager? The Wildcats mercy rule your garden snakes for the 2nd year in a row in "The Pit"
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on August 25, 2022, 01:20:17 pmStorm you wanna make a wager? The Wildcats mercy rule your garden snakes for the 2nd year in a row in "The Pit"
You are on!! Bragging rights for a years. The Rattlers
Fiery Three gonna lead the Rattlers back to the promised land.
Finally!! The next chapter begins. Do y'all feel it yet?
Just had to sit through a da 'burgs band and cheerleaders performance. Go ahead and mark that one a W for the rattlers.
Homecoming is important for the kids. Next time maybe schedule somebody that won't mercy rule you
magazine by 90 against Big and slow this week.
Only if the 'zines defense plays way above their heads and shuts down big slows offense; which, would be a fun miracle to watch. The D had better show up zeroed in and in an extremely bad attitude or this one will be ugly.
Started getting that bad attitude, don't give a darn attitude and your gonna know attitude ready. Video has language.
Gonna be a long night.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 13, 2022, 09:28:40 ammagazine by 90 against Big and slow this week.
Looks like Magazine might lose by 90
Well the young rattlers need to defend the home turf to solidify a playoff spot against the kit Katz. The Katz finally won one last year and you would think wca and the Katz had won a state title. But we all know that is never gonna happen.
Anyway it is time to protect the house.
'Ziners 24 Katz 18
November 6, 2020, the stage was set, at the kitty litter box, for an epic conference showdown between the kit katz of Hector and the Magazine Rattlers. It began to get out of hand quickly with the katz capitalizing on early Rattlers miscues taking a 20-6 lead late in the first quarter. Things began to look even dimmer for the Rattlers on the first offensive play of the next series as T. Scott went under center. "Hike" Scott before taking the snap and proceeded to run the power option to the right. Scott's eyes widened as a hole began to open and he proceeded run at full tilt through it. However, the hole closed just as fast as it had opened and Scott took a head shot under the chin from the katz middle linebacker 54, for no gain. Scott's head immediately began to fog as blood trickled down his neck, as he lay on the field trying to recompose himself. Scott, finally, slowly rolled over and started to push himself up off the ground; When his arms gave way and he laid blacked out on the field.
"Get up! Get up dang it!! Get up you PANSY!!!" an unfamiliar voice echoed in Scott's head. Who is that Scott thought to himself looking into the voice's direction. "Who the heck are you and why are you so tiny?" Scott asked himself as the voices figure wearing the number 21 began coming into and out of focus. Scott was shocked into a semiconscious when the figure replied sternly "Don't worry about who I am, just get up off the ground and get me the ball." "But you will get crushed" Scott replied to the figure. "Listen dang it just get me the ball!!" the figure responded.
"Is he good?" the Bone Collector asked Faughn as he was picking Scott up off the ground. "I don't think so man," Faughn responded shaking his head and looking to the head coach concerningly. When Scott let out in a low mumble "36 ver on set" as he stumbled forward almost collapsing to the ground again, only to be held up by Faughn. "What we need to get you outta here" the Bone Collector protested. "36 ver on set, GOSH DARN IT" Scott repeated emphatically, waiving his right arm like he was swatting flies and pointing to the rattler 38-yard line. "What are y'all doing?" Powell Screamed from the sidelines as the rattler offense proceeded to the line of scrimmage.
T. Scott breathing heavily hobbled up under center and spit blood to the ground before putting in his mouth piece. Scott looked to his left is disbelief as 21 lined up in the wing back position of tackle. "Here goes nothing" Scott thought to himself as he yelled out "Down." "Just get me the Freaking Ball!!!" echoed back into Scotts head. "SET!!!" Scott took the snap pulling the ball from the full back who crashed into the middle linebacker. Scott proceeded around the tackle when the Hector outside linebacker, locked in lowering his head and lounged forward to make the tackle. Scott lowered his left shoulder absorbing the hit and before hitting the ground pitched the ball to 21. 21 side stepped the corner, who fell face first into the turf, and raced down the sideline. Hector's safety had the angle at the 23 though and went in to knock 21 out of bounds with a blistering head shot out of bounds. 21 not to be denied reached out with his left hand and stiff armed the katz safety, midair, and managed to dance the last 15 yards of the sideline of a Magazine Rattler Touchdown.
Scott looked on in disbelief, as these prophetic words began to play in his head.
"Now finish the job" AhLong Yang instructed T. Scott, as he tossed him the football for the two-point conversion.
10-21-2022, The reign of Cha Kong Yang will officially begin.
'Ziners 34 Katz 12
2 years in a row mercy ruling the little grass snakes in the pit. Appreciate the glorified scrimmage storm!
Hey look who shows up after a win. Eh, what are ya supposed to do consistently run the ball into the red zone. Then kill the drives with ill timed passing plays or better yet sometimes four straight passing plays. Got to learn to go with what got you down there and get points on the board early to stay in the game mentally.
Anyway enjoy these last two years because next year it ends.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 21, 2022, 10:01:55 pmHey look who shows up after a win. Eh, what are ya supposed to do consistently run the ball into the red zone. Then kill the drives with ill timed passing plays or better yet sometimes four straight passing plays. Got to learn to go with what got you down there and get points on the board early to stay in the game mentally.
Anyway enjoy these last two years because next year it ends.
The only thing that ends next year is consecutive years mercy ruling y'all in the pit. That beating just moves to the mountain but same outcome
That statement is already factually incorrect as 1. there is no mountain in Hector. And 2. The rattlers are getting a decent amount of younger dedicated linemen into the weight room, so the running game with Cha Kong in the backfield should be dialed in come this time next year.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 21, 2022, 10:19:00 pmThat statement is already factually incorrect as 1. there is no mountain in Hector. And 2. The rattlers are getting a decent amount of younger dedicated linemen into the weight room, so the running game with Cha Kong in the backfield should be dialed in come this time next year.
What about White Oak Mountain
Correct Cheek
White oak is better described as what is known as a long ridge or hill. Whose elevation is some how up in the air from anywhere between 1400-2000ft. But essentially it is like all the other so called mountain ranges in Arkansas. Just a collection of hills or plateaus.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 22, 2022, 12:16:30 pmWhite oak is better described as what is known as a long ridge or hill. Whose elevation is some how up in the air from anywhere between 1400-2000ft. But essentially it is like all the other so called mountain ranges in Arkansas. Just a collection of hills or plateaus.
Well according to geologist in the U.S. anything over 1000 ft is a mountain. White Oak meets the definition.
2000 is the internationally recognized ascent/rise to be classified a mountain. Anything below 2000 is a hill. In the U.S. though it is pretty lax and they pretty much let anything be named a mountain. So if y'all want to call it a class five mountain that is fine by me.
But I am never one to be out done. So, I am going to have a truck load of dirt delivered and placed in my front yard forming my very own class 5 Pecan Mountain. Because I am going to plant a pecan tree on its summit.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 22, 2022, 06:36:59 pm2000 is the internationally recognized ascent/rise to be classified a mountain. Anything below 2000 is a hill. In the U.S. though it is pretty lax and they pretty much let anything be named a mountain. So if y'all want to call it a class five mountain that is fine by me.
But I am never one to be out done. So, I am going to have a truck load of dirt delivered and placed in my front yard forming my very own class 5 Pecan Mountain. Because I am going to plant a pecan tree on its summit.
White Oak Mountain is listed at 2005ft. It even meets the international standard. 😁. Game over.
Not 2000 ft above sea level but a 2000ft change in prominence. Plus you have to have the right degree of slope. White oak prominence is 304.
Sorry W.O. doesn't make the list.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_mountains_by_elevation
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 22, 2022, 09:34:48 pmNot 2000 ft above sea level but a 2000ft change in prominence. Plus you have to have the right degree of slope. White oak prominence is 304.
Sorry W.O. doesn't make the list.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_mountains_by_elevation
This is in meters and not feet.
Third column over, titled "feet".
These jackwagons from hector don't even know what a mountain is SMH.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 25, 2022, 09:25:13 amThese jackwagons from hector don't even know what a mountain is SMH.
Cheek is from England, but good try. Don't get me started on you lol
Quote from: Wildcatalumni21 on October 25, 2022, 05:27:56 pmCheek is from England, but good try. Don't get me started on you lol
That explains the whole trouble converting meters to feet situation. I was just glad it was already done. Because I didn't have to go into the specifics.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 25, 2022, 06:26:42 pmThat explains the whole trouble converting meters to feet situation. I was just glad it was already done. Because I didn't have to go into the specifics.
I attended a funeral at the base of White Oak Mountain. It is a beautiful place. I do not care what it is called outside Arkansas or even Pope County. It is a Mountain to the people of Arkansas. I bet you don't think you are an a$&he, but in Arkansas, you meet that definition. I do reside in England, and we do not have mountains but we do have lots of bayous and swamps. I guess you will call them creeks, streams or drainage ditches, but the sign still says bayou.😁
Quote from: Cheek on October 25, 2022, 08:06:26 pmI attended a funeral at the base of White Oak Mountain. It is a beautiful place. I do not care what it is called outside Arkansas or even Pope County. It is a Mountain to the people of Arkansas. I bet you don't think you are an a$&he, but in Arkansas, you meet that definition. I do reside in England, and we do not have mountains but we do have lots of bayous and swamps. I guess you will call them creeks, streams or drainage ditches, but the sign still says bayou.😁
And probably wouldn't last 5 minutes outside after sundown during any warm to hot weather. 🦟🦟🦟
A fun did you know cheek. According to the topos I found, when you where at the base of White Oak you would have been anywhere from 1000 to 950 ft above sea level. nah I would call a bayous a bayous and a swamp a swap. If is was going to use either of those when talking about a ditch or creek it would be something like this. The creek is so back up it is starting to look a little swampy.
Pick your right anything above 65 degrees outside and you will find me hibernated inside directly infront of the air conditioner.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on October 25, 2022, 10:48:49 pmA fun did you know cheek. According to the topos I found, when you where at the base of White Oak you would have been anywhere from 1000 to 950 ft above sea level. nah I would call a bayous a bayous and a swamp a swap. If is was going to use either of those when talking about a ditch or creek it would be something like this. The creek is so back up it is starting to look a little swampy.
Pick your right anything above 65 degrees outside and you will find me hibernated inside directly infront of the air conditioner.
I was referring to get ate up by giant blood sucking mosquitoes. Lol
I guess you could classify what Arkansas has as mosquitoes technically. But trust me, they are nothing compared to the vampire birds we have up here.
Quote from: coachc9 on October 26, 2022, 10:43:11 amhmmm seems you thought he was correct. dummy
You probably thought Magazine had a chance at beating Hector too....dummy. And to think, I always thought you was the better of the 2 🤔🤦🏻♂️
Magezine
I believe that Magazine is going to win tonight, win next week, and then make it to the state chip until they lose in the finals and they start another dynasty.albeit without Kobe Faughn
Only way the 'ziners win this week is if JCW gets another one in the win column.
Magazine made a late playoff push. Big for these young kids in the magazine program. How are we thinking next year will play out?
Well, if coach will stop stepping on his own toes and killing drives with horrible play calling, next year could be good.
They need to really focus on putting together solid interior line, even if it means playing some kids out of position and let Kong do his thing.
I am thinking Sanders Detroit lions type offense.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on December 15, 2022, 06:28:22 pmI am thinking Sanders Detroit lions type offense.
Sooooo No blocking and the RB has to make his own holes and space?
Quote from: HorseFeathers on December 16, 2022, 06:49:31 amSooooo No blocking and the RB has to make his own holes and space?
Exactly, as of now. That is why I said the biggest urgency is finding 5 or 6 kids who can block and move someone back 2 or 3 yards creating a sliver of daylight. I don't care if the kid weighs 105 instead of 280 kid who stands straight up. Put the 105 on the line.
Ditch the double wing and go to the offset I. You run the same plays out of it. After you find your line get you a fullback and your set.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on December 16, 2022, 08:45:04 amI don't care if the kid weighs 105 instead of 280 kid who stands straight up. Put the 105 on the line.
Magazine has made a living utilizing undersized kids that want to hit somebody in the past...
Quote from: HorseFeathers on December 16, 2022, 08:59:07 amMagazine has made a living utilizing undersized kids that want to hit somebody in the past...
Yep, they gotta get back to their roots. And that starts with finding the best line first. And that might mean putting your 3rd or 4th best skill players down in a three point stance. It is better than, them dodging tacklers 3 or 4 yards in the backfield.
Here is what I believe should be the rattlers primary set next year and who are the locks by position.
XE1 XTL2 XGL1 XC XGL3 XTL4 XE2
QB
XRB2
XFB
Yang
That didn't space right. XFB behind l3 and rb2 behind l4.
And qb behind the center. Fixed
Quote from: alaskanstorm on December 16, 2022, 09:14:17 amYep, they gotta get back to their roots. And that starts with finding the best line first. And that might mean putting your 3rd or 4th best skill players down in a three point stance. It is better than, them dodging tacklers 3 or 4 yards in the backfield.
Sounds like you should be a ball coach!
Quote from: Barracuda on December 16, 2022, 02:25:56 pmSounds like you should be a ball coach!
[/quoteQuote from: Barracuda on December 16, 2022, 02:25:56 pmSounds like you should be a ball coach!
Nah. Not enough money to deal with over zealous parents and arm chair QBs. I am good with my career field choice.
To many arm chair QBs already
Quote from: alaskanstorm on December 16, 2022, 09:47:02 amHere is what I believe should be the rattlers primary set next year and who are the locks by position.
XE1 XTL2 XGL1 XC XGL3 XTL4 XE2
QB
XRB2
XFB
Yang
So would you call this an offset Maryland I?
Quote from: Lionsquatch on January 05, 2023, 12:48:14 pmSo would you call this an offset Maryland I?
I bet it looks better in crayon. Can you scan and post your draft.
Quote from: Cheek on January 05, 2023, 04:48:19 pmI bet it looks better in crayon. Can you scan and post your draft.
alaskan uses finger paints...Gets in less trouble eating paint than he does chewing crayons
Quote from: Cheek on January 05, 2023, 04:48:19 pmI bet it looks better in crayon. Can you scan and post your draft.
Honestly I can't figure out if it's a weird Maryland I or if its somehow single wing but under center?? This some Alaskan Bull.. Worm
Quote from: Lionsquatch on January 06, 2023, 09:06:14 amHonestly I can't figure out if it's a weird Maryland I or if its somehow single wing but under center?? This some Alaskan Bull.. Worm
It's a slant T
I would call it an offset I with a wing t variation. However rb2 could be interchanged with a wr when needed. It does two things gives a numbers advantage to the weak side of your offensive line for a quick power running/option game. The other is when the defense adjusts do to the numbers advantage. It pits the strong side of your offensive line against the defenses weak side while running straight powers, counters and traps.
It looks somewhat illogical but that disguises it's built in advantages.
Offset I with a wing t variation Wr Sub Straight Power on two
Ready. Break.
I would actually probably over simplify that part and just call it into I right or left.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on January 06, 2023, 11:11:14 amI would call it an offset I with a wing t variation. However rb2 could be interchanged with a wr when needed. It does two things gives a numbers advantage to the weak side of your offensive line for a quick power running/option game. The other is when the defense adjusts do to the numbers advantage. It pits the strong side of your offensive line against the defenses weak side while running straight powers, counters and traps.
It looks somewhat illogical but that disguises it's built in advantages.
I like it for 2A ball. Basically any way you look at it the offense seems to be at an advantage. As a defensive guy I have ideas as to how I would stop it but I'll keep those to myself in the chance that you end up in a football battle against me lol
Quote from: MyAnkle on January 06, 2023, 11:25:49 amOffset I with a wing t variation Wr Sub Straight Power on two
Ready. Break.
This makes me think of Peyton and Eli on MNF when Peyton was calling out that long play and Eli sits there with his usual completely lost look on his face
This is a weird thread
Quote from: Freeman on January 07, 2023, 07:38:10 amThis is a weird thread
You should venture into the 1A basketball boards if you want to see some really good stuff. I don't comment on them much but you should go read SackAttack or whatever his screen name is and you will come back here seeing this much more clearly.
Quote from: beach bum on January 07, 2023, 03:08:07 pmYou should venture into the 1A basketball boards if you want to see some really good stuff. I don't comment on them much but you should go read SackAttack or whatever his screen name is and you will come back here seeing this much more clearly.
SackAttack can actually talk basketball when he wants too...Backboardshattered lives in a ferry tale world,...
Quote from: HorseFeathers on January 07, 2023, 06:53:24 pmSackAttack can actually talk basketball when he wants too...Backboardshattered lives in a ferry tale world,...
I couldn't remember the other one for some reason but yes backboard shattered haha... as much as I hate to admit it I get sucked into the black hole every once in a while and can't stop reading their posts.
Quote from: beach bum on January 07, 2023, 07:57:50 pmI couldn't remember the other one for some reason but yes backboard shattered haha... as much as I hate to admit it I get sucked into the black hole every once in a while and can't stop reading their posts.
Unlike some of the posters on here, they do make sense once you realize they live in a psych ward :D
You two idgets stop derailing this thread with your basketball physcoanalysis drivel.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on January 07, 2023, 08:47:52 pmYou two idgets stop derailing this thread with your basketball physcoanalysis drivel.
Says the guy who created the Logan County Slant T Veer
Yea, I don't know how your getting a variation of the dead T out of that but to each his own I guess. However, even Lionsquatch recognized the offset I, as the base of the formation. Which to be honest was somewhat impressive for Lionsquatch.
Y'all keep it up. Good stuff!
Quote from: alaskanstorm on January 07, 2023, 09:17:24 pmYea, I don't know how your getting a variation of the dead T out of that but to each his own I guess. However, even Lionsquatch recognized the offset I, as the base of the formation. Which to be honest was somewhat impressive for Lionsquatch.
I know what it's an offset I....BUUUUT it's 2023, you can't call it that, you gotta act like it's a new innovation, take credit for it's creation, write a book about it, and travel the country giving clinics about this new creation.
Now you're making sense. So we need to think of something catchy like The Pistal, The wildcat or the Air-raid and then get Lanny to pay up; So I can diagram plays all day.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on January 07, 2023, 09:17:24 pmYea, I don't know how your getting a variation of the dead T out of that but to each his own I guess. However, even Lionsquatch recognized the offset I, as the base of the formation. Which to be honest was somewhat impressive for Lionsquatch.
What's that supposed to mean? I may be young but I know football lol
Quote from: HorseFeathers on January 07, 2023, 06:53:24 pmSackAttack can actually talk basketball when he wants too...Backboardshattered lives in a ferry tale world,...
Backboardshattered should change his name to Brainshattered lol those basketball guys are a different breed
Quote from: alaskanstorm on December 16, 2022, 09:47:02 amHere is what I believe should be the rattlers primary set next year and who are the locks by position.
XE1 XTL2 XGL1 XC XGL3 XTL4 XE2
QB
XRB2
XFB
Yang
Stick to the forums storm.
I don't know c9, even I could consistently kill drives inside the thirty.
Anyway I have been pondering HF's suggestions and have come up with the following formation repackaging names. Either the HellCat or the voodoo V8. Because this formation is designed to fly.
Rumor is there might be a familiar face coming back to rejoin CC on the sidelines next year. Any truth to it?
Listen, I think we all know its about the Jimmys. Xs and Os dont mean a thing.
:o Dont know about any rumors :P
Having some Jimmy's and Joe's definitely helps.
Anyway, I am sticking with HellCat. Voodoo will be the QB's initial play set audible for formation rule 1. That or Apache.
Well if it is true hopefully he will be able to help solidify up the defense.
I can tell you if that did happen. It would not hurt one bit. I know of one guy that would welcome it
WEll, has coach ryan chambers learned how to call a play this year?
The more appropriate question would be, has CRC learned to effectively put together a series of plays. Anyone can call a play. But last I heard CRC was practicing to fill the void left by Steve Irwin.
I think the biggest thing that has changed is we haven't got kids from Booneville and we are losing are better kids to Booneville now!!!
Quote from: coachc9 on January 12, 2023, 11:53:45 amListen, I think we all know its about the Jimmys. Xs and Os dont mean a thing.
:o Dont know about any rumors :P
I've seen bad coaches lose with good jimmys
Quote from: RattleCat on July 09, 2023, 12:29:58 pmI think the biggest thing that has changed is we haven't got kids from Booneville and we are losing are better kids to Booneville now!!!
The first part of this statement is correct. The second is partially correct. That has always been the proving grounds for all rattler legends. Except for that three year period where the kids must not have had a way to get there.
Quote from: alaskanstorm on July 12, 2023, 12:41:28 pmThe first part of this statement is correct. The second is partially correct. That has always been the proving grounds for all Rattler legends. Except for that three year period where the kids must not have had a way to get there.
Actually, the first part is inaccurate to a degree in that we have rarely, if ever, gotten any Booneville football players at Magazine. The second part is, like you said, partially correct. We have definitely lost some good athletes to Booneville. The third part is ;D ;D ;D .
Quote from: RATTLER43 on July 13, 2023, 01:19:41 pmActually, the first part is inaccurate to a degree in that we have rarely, if ever, gotten any Booneville football players at Magazine. The second part is, like you said, partially correct. We have definitely lost some good athletes to Booneville. The third part is ;D ;D ;D .
I do remember back in the day the rattlers would routinely get a couple of b-town's third stringers and occasionally a second teamer. Now if you want to debate wether they were actually football players or not; okay that would be debatable. Good? Will have to disagree. It is where the greats have had to always go and do battle; the proving grounds. Lastly, magazine had a brief fortunate streak where the chambers kids grew up, in Blue Mountain, dirt poor. So, poor they had to take a horse buggy to school and pick up Yang on the way. So, yes Magazine was fortunate in that they lived to the east because if they had lived in town or to the west; b-town might occasionally be talking about a 5 or 6 state championship.
I regret responding to this thread long ago which has made it stick on my timeline. Good Luck Magazine is all I will say. Randy Bryan is an old friend.
May be time for the Rattlers to head to 8-man football
Quote from: RattleCat on August 16, 2023, 09:44:01 pmMay be time for the Rattlers to head to 8-man football
Why
With rare exceptions, we have always had low numbers. Not a reason for us to drop. I hope we can remain in Class 2A football. But if we ever drop to 8-man, I will be cheering us on anyway.
Quote from: fbisgreat on August 18, 2023, 09:36:16 amlow numbers
well since the last reclassification split in 2006....Most 2a schools have struggled with "low" numbers...
Quote from: RATTLER43 on August 18, 2023, 10:03:43 amWith rare exceptions, we have always had low numbers. Not a reason for us to drop. I hope we can remain in Class 2A football. But if we ever drop to 8-man, I will be cheering us on anyway.
Y'all would excel at 8 man if it ever happens ..
Quote from: HorseFeathers on August 18, 2023, 01:11:40 pmwell since the last reclassification split in 2006....Most 2a schools have struggled with "low" numbers...
Y'all would excel at 8 man if it ever happens ..
Agreed. I've always preferred 11 man football with interior linemen controlling games. Add skill players and, to me, it's a more enjoyable version of the game. But I'll love 8 man if that's what happens.
how we feeling rattler
nation?
Quote from: coachc9 on August 31, 2023, 12:18:29 pmhow we feeling rattler
nation?
Like we are on a five game skid and just starting the trek up to Half Dome. And to make it worse we are looking at 10-2 off suite with a coach who hasn't called a good series since 2020. But then we hear this......except with Slash slaying it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dr2R7dc8Ifk
And it is go time.
I always figured Magazine would be in a position to excel getting transfers from Booneville, Charleston, Paris and a few others, and history seems to bear this out a few times, so all I have to say is good on y'all.
Quote from: friscokid on September 08, 2023, 11:56:37 pmI always figured Magazine would be in a position to excel getting transfers from Booneville, Charleston, Paris and a few others, and history seems to bear this out a few times, so all I have to say is good on y'all.
They've had some years where they have many out of town kids. But the recent mass exodus to Boonetown has hurt what numbers they had.
Quote from: distractedmangrove64 on September 10, 2023, 05:39:57 pmThey've had some years where they have many out of town kids. But the recent mass exodus to Boonetown has hurt what numbers they had.
Im not sure i would say "many" out of town kids. They have had a few. But the teams that have won at magazine, have been majority kids who went to school there their whole lives
Big game Tonight against the rebs of johnson county.
LETS GO
Decided to trek down to the bottom of Sweden Creek Falls. The water was flowing nicely today. If anyone is stuck in Arkansas the 'storm would highly recommend the hike down. But the 'storm had the following epiphany as he got ready to head back to the trailhead. That just like the rattlers the 'storm dang sure had a lot of climbing to do to get back to the top.
"The desires of the lazy will kill them, because their hands refuse to do anything."
Proverbs 21:25
Rattlers are grinding no doubt
If that is the case then, let the count down officially begin.
"I will restore to you the years that the locust has eaten." – Joel 2:25