Gridiron Guide 07 (June 2nd)

[KT2000]

We are putting together the Guide, and plan to have it posted on the site on June 2nd.

So far, we've got a preliminary state top 25 done and are working through the district previews.

[78 Spartan]

So far, we've got a preliminary state top 25 done....


Let me help to get you started .........

1. Southlake Carroll
2. Katy
3. Euless Trinity

and Baytown Lee needs to be in your top 10.

[KT2000]

Champ and I always have some good debates when it comes to positioning the top 25. 10-25 is much tougher than 1-9 in my opinion. Once you get past that top tier of teams, there's much less separation between the remaining teams.

Last year, I felt really confident in the top 7 or 8. This year, it doesn't look like we have as many sure fire top tier teams. It doesn't appear we have as many experienced teams this season, so we will see some non-traditional types in the rankings this year.

As always, it will make for some quality discussion to hold us over for the summer.

[DragonBand06]

Champ and I always have some good debates when it comes to positioning the top 25. 10-25 is much tougher than 1-9 in my opinion. Once you get past that top tier of teams, there's much less separation between the remaining teams.

Last year, I felt really confident in the top 7 or 8. This year, it doesn't look like we have as many sure fire top tier teams. It doesn't appear we have as many experienced teams this season, so we will see some non-traditional types in the rankings this year.

As always, it will make for some quality discussion to hold us over for the summer.
Do we have a predicted publication date so I can put it on my calendar and wish really hard that it was that day? :D

[grayowl60]

Champ and I always have some good debates when it comes to positioning the top 25. 10-25 is much tougher than 1-9 in my opinion. Once you get past that top tier of teams, there's much less separation between the remaining teams.

Last year, I felt really confident in the top 7 or 8. This year, it doesn't look like we have as many sure fire top tier teams. It doesn't appear we have as many experienced teams this season, so we will see some non-traditional types in the rankings this year.

As always, it will make for some quality discussion to hold us over for the summer.
Garland has NOTHING, and should not be "ranked". Lets just see what happens in November and December (again):D

[wide-e-wide]

I think I might break down and actually read this thing this season.

[BAMF cowboy]

Do we have a predicted publication date so I can put it on my calendar and wish really hard that it was that day? :D

June 1st...read first post on the thread

[DragonBand06]

June 1st...read first post on the thread

No I meant what's the REAL pub. date?:D

[panamamyers]

Hey spartan, you trying to jinx us or what lol
I'd prefer to be the unknown commodity that surprises everyone.

[LeanderLions3033]

KT,
Without giving anything away i guess, how are you feeling about the Leander Lions next year? Although they're gonna be missing Josh McKinnley and Curenski Gilleylen, they do return Blake Gideon at WR and Saftey. Also 3 returning offensive lineman, Reggie Hodges (starting running back. Had about 850 yards and 10 total tds last year), Blake Gideon, Lafon Clark, and Jacob Vittner at wr (not to mention Preston Leslie at TE, who had about 6 tds last year). Defensively, they return David Delware at DE, Frank Rodriugez at LB, and Blake Gideon and Dion McKinney in the secodary. Our biggest question mark next year will be the play of qb Eric Massoni (a returning letterman as the third string qb last year, but saw very little mop up duty as the backup senior got most of that time). In his six seasons, Coach Gideon hasnt put out a qb that was less than 2nd team all district. And 4 of the 5 have been the 14-5a district mvp at some point (the other being 2nd team all district). If Eric can play well this team could be extremely dangeours considering the experience at the other positions. I predict a 9-1 regular season with the loss coming in non district play (to either Judson or AMC), but the rest of the regular season being a sweep.

[KT2000]

Someone will definitely have to step up and fill the playmaker role that McKinley and Gilleylen locked down last year. I expected the Lions to definitely push for district, but it's tough to say how strong they will be compared to the rest of the teams in the state given they did lose some key players in key positions. However, I think Leander is one of the emerging programs in the state and I won't be surprised if they have another season where they go at least 2 rounds deep or so in the playoffs. I like what the program has done so far this decade, and I've kept my eye on the Lions.

[LeanderLions3033]

If your asking who the play makers will be on offense i can give you a prediction. I personally feel that Blake Gideon will be an extremely effective wr with his athleticism and speed (and his dad calling the plays) and Lafon Clark already proved to be a big play guy at the position as well. I predict Blake to have no less than 800 yards recieving and 9 tds or so. Also Reggie Hodges will be a solid 1200 yard running back with 15 or so tds, he was also an effective reciever out of the backfield. On defense, I know he will be playing both ways, but again Blake will be key to our defenses sucess (we've played numerous players both ways in the past and it has worked out great), along with Frank Rodriugez, who i feel may be a sleeper for district mvp next year.

[farmerfan]

If the Farmers aren't in your top 10 then you lose all credibility you ever established over the last 5 years ;)

[HUM398]

If the Farmers aren't in your top 10 then you lose all credibility you ever established over the last 5 years ;)

Hey farmer...

Its Humble's year.:cool:

Caution: Not to be taken seriously.

[farmerfan]

Hey farmer...

Its Humble's year.:cool:

Caution: Not to be taken seriously.

did the southlake brigade allow you to say that?
how dare you say its anyones year but that of the Dragon. :D

[HUM398]

did the southlake brigade allow you to say that?
how dare you say its anyones year but that of the Dragon. :D

Dodge spoke to me in a dream, and said it was fine.

So i got approval from the high and mighty.

So no Bolts of Lightning coming my way

[farmerfan]

Dodge spoke to me in a dream, and said it was fine.

So i got approval from the high and mighty.

So no Bolts of Lightning coming my way

how blessed you and the wildcats are then.

[78 Spartan]

Hey spartan, you trying to jinx us or what lol
I'd prefer to be the unknown commodity that surprises everyone.

We know that's what you'd like. I just think with Olin's track record, a great team with almost everybody returning, plus the infusion of an outstanding transfer QB, I think things are going to line up for Lee to have a great year.

You're not going to sneak up on many people, unfortunately. I definitely want to go across town to see y'all play.

Make sure you give us a good report during / after spring football.

[Firebird]

KT--One of the things I noticed on your top players list is that you had QB John Murphy at Harlingen South. He is in fact a Harlingen High Cardinal.

[KatyTigerDad0407]

Hey farmer...

Its Humble's year.:cool:

Caution: Not to be taken seriously.You know the refs will find a way to keep ya'll out of it:D Make ya'll drive 500 miles;) in less than 24 hours:eek:

Just having a friendly jab. No harm intended.

[KT2000]

KT--One of the things I noticed on your top players list is that you had QB John Murphy at Harlingen South. He is in fact a Harlingen High Cardinal.

Fixed.

[Drake]

Fixed.Why won't you fix Anthony Gray on the Super List? Don't you trust me? :)

[cycreek06]

oh ya, and i heard the qb for the woodlands is really good too....why dont you put him on there...

[Redhoss]

Why won't you fix Anthony Gray on the Super List? Don't you trust me? :)

Not since he saw your rankings with Westfield number one with a freshman qb to start. :D

[LeanderLions3033]

When will the countdown begin?? Or is that supposed to be a mystery?

[DragonBand06]

When will the countdown begin?? Or is that supposed to be a mystery?

I predict May 10th or 12th. :)

[KT2000]

We're waiting to see if we need to bump the release date back. Champ is in the process of moving back to Houston. Lots going on there. I'll make a post here when we know. We don't want to rush it out and have it be a piece of crap.

[CKE]

We're waiting to see if we need to bump the release date back. Champ is in the process of moving back to Houston. Lots going on there. I'll make a post here when we know. We don't want to rush it out and have it be a piece of crap.

make me an admin ill do it :cool: :p

[toonman]

30 days to go. I cannot wiat. I will make sure I have access to my lap-top on this day

[KT2000]

make me an admin ill do it :cool: :p

I did the 265 preview already. SV is finishing last. Sorry bud.

;)

[CKE]

I did the 265 preview already. SV is finishing last. Sorry bud.

;)

then we have the state just were we want them :cool: :D

[KT2000]

then we have the state just were we want them :cool: :D

I'd like to pick them even lower than that, but I haven't really worked out the logistics just yet. I haven't crunched the numbers.

[CKE]

I'd like to pick them even lower than that, but I haven't really worked out the logistics just yet. I haven't crunched the numbers.

lol ouch

[forest99]

hey kt boys....june 1st is way too long to wait! give us a sample!

[Redhoss]

We are putting together the Guide, and plan to have it posted on the site on June 1st as usual.

So far, we've got a preliminary state top 25 done and are working through the district previews.

Can't wait to see it KT.
You guys do a great job.

[RocklandDragon]

I just realized that June 1st is actually kind of close by. Wow! Let that time keep on flying by...ready for the previews of 2-5A and 3-5A.

BTW...do y'all have schedules for a lot of the teams, already. I am having a tough time getting the schedules from the ISDs. Waiting for North Shore, Mesquite, La Joya, etc....

May 4th today...can it be June 1st tomorrow? :p
:cool:

[lonny23]

I just realized that June 1st is actually kind of close by. Wow! Let that time keep on flying by...ready for the previews of 2-5A and 3-5A.

BTW...do y'all have schedules for a lot of the teams, already. I am having a tough time getting the schedules from the ISDs. Waiting for North Shore, Mesquite, La Joya, etc....

May 4th today...can it be June 1st tomorrow? :p
:cool:They should've released it on April 1 and made Lubbock #1!:p

[KT2000]

You guys are going to think we've lost our marbles when the top 25 comes out. We finished putting that together last week, and reserve the right to make a couple of last minute changes. This season, the returning experience is very spread out.

The plan is to start releasing the top 25 towards the end of this week. I can't wait to read your reactions to it.

[Redhoss]

Well I for one will defer to You guys and your information and experience.

At the least, it'll make for some good discussions. :D

[LeanderLions3033]

K obviously you guys have pushed back the countdown like you said, but do you have any idea of when it will start.

[big red & cujo]

You guys are going to think we've lost our marbles when the top 25 comes out. We finished putting that together last week, and reserve the right to make a couple of last minute changes. This season, the returning experience is very spread out.

The plan is to start releasing the top 25 towards the end of this week. I can't wait to read your reactions to it.

i bet tyler lee is in the top 10:)

[Warbird]

So long as Abilene doesn't get shafted at #25.:p

[Redhoss]

So long as Abilene doesn't get shafted at #25.:p

If I were a betting man and I'm not, I'd say Abilene will be above 25.

[Reaganrattler07]

Dare I say Reagan's finally cracked the Top 25?

[Redhoss]

Besides that really good back, what are you guys returning from that good team last year?

[KT2000]

Top 25 countdown will begin this weekend. Exact time unknown, but you will obviously know when it happens.

[Redhoss]

Woooooooooooohoooooooooooo :D :D

[Favpack]

How about an early "are you crazy"!!??

We have eleventeen returning starters, our trainer is back, we have new uni's, new turf and a new indoor training facility, we were awesome in our 7 on 7 regional, our drill team is awesome, we travel well, we almost made the regional semi's last year....

What am I missing?:D

[slorch]

How about an early "are you crazy"!!??

We have eleventeen returning starters, our trainer is back, we have new uni's, new turf and a new indoor training facility, we were awesome in our 7 on 7 regional, our drill team is awesome, we travel well, we almost made the regional semi's last year....

What am I missing?:D

JV hasn't lost since they were in diapers.

[CKE]

just give us a hint KT....just one on number 25 we deserve it after this wait :cool:

[RocklandDragon]

Just 2 more weeks...

:cool:

How is the research going for 2-5A and 3-5A?

:confused:

[SLC93]

How about an early "are you crazy"!!??

We have eleventeen returning starters, our trainer is back, we have new uni's, new turf and a new indoor training facility, we were awesome in our 7 on 7 regional, our drill team is awesome, we travel well, we almost made the regional semi's last year....

What am I missing?:D

There is no end in sight as our 3rd thru 5th graders are the most athletic teams ever to play ball in the peewee leagues.:D

[Warbird]

Top 25 countdown will begin this weekend. Exact time unknown, but you will obviously know when it happens.

Tonight, I'm hoping...:D

[KT2000]

We'll be taking an extra day to edit and get everything as close to error free as possible and will post the entire Guide on Saturday, June 2nd. Part of this is also due to Champ being sent on an unexpected business trip tomorrow/Thurs, but rest assured we'll have it all for you this weekend.

[farmerfan]

We'll be taking an extra day to edit and get everything as close to error free as possible and will post the entire Guide on Saturday, June 2nd. Part of this is also due to Champ being sent on an unexpected business trip tomorrow/Thurs, but rest assured we'll have it all for you this weekend.

No sweat KT. We know it will be great and can wait that one extra day. Thanks again for all ya'll provide us with.

[RocklandDragon]

We'll be taking an extra day to edit and get everything as close to error free as possible and will post the entire Guide on Saturday, June 2nd. Part of this is also due to Champ being sent on an unexpected business trip tomorrow/Thurs, but rest assured we'll have it all for you this weekend.

June 2nd?!!!!

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!! :eek:

Not an extra day!

:puke

C'mon...give us a preview of the Gridiron Guide...

maybe....District 2-5A?

:p

[KT2000]

I might throw a bone or two with the top 10.

[Redhoss]

For sure, you don't want us having withdrawal do you? :D

[Warbird]

I might throw a bone or two with the top 10.

Toss me a bone, then! Arf! Arf!

[Warbird]

We'll be taking an extra day to edit and get everything as close to error free as possible and will post the entire Guide on Saturday, June 2nd. Part of this is also due to Champ being sent on an unexpected business trip tomorrow/Thurs, but rest assured we'll have it all for you this weekend.

Wait a minute...does this mean the top ten as well?

[KT2000]

I'll put up #10 tomorrow. We are still finishing up the Guide. That's the great thing about releasing online. You can edit right up until it's posted. If it were a real magazine, we'd have turned it in a month and a half ago before learning some details on programs who had spring programs.

[Warbird]

Say...midnight is technically the start of June 2nd. Whaddya say, think you can have it up by then?:D

[KT2000]

It's going to be a long night tonight, but we'll be all jacked up on Mountain Dew. :D

[Warbird]

So can I take that as a yes?:cool:

[FreshmanTiger]

I'm home from work and no top 10. It is like someone moved Christmas.:D

[KatyBass07]

I'm home from work and no top 10. It is like someone moved Christmas.:D

My thoughts exactly. :p

[AllenEagle06]

Well it's officially June 2nd now. I'll be refreshing the front page every 30 seconds in the mean time.