Hanover at MV
Senior Night for the MV Pride. This could be a close game as both teams like to pass and have capable receivers along with similar records. Lots of points and it will come down to which team has the best DBs. 34-31 Hanover wins on the Road.
Plymouth at Stark
The Bobcats roll on their way to the Playoffs. Plymouth on top big 50 - 7.
Kennet at Kingswood
Without Meyers and possible Whitcomb it will be tough for the Knights to put points on the board. Eagles win 28-7.
Monadnock at Laconia
Senior night for the Sachems and they seem to be clicking on all cylinders right now. Mahoney, Chaisson, Hollis, Grant, Steele, D Mahoney, Ruggieri, Fontiero, etc....do I need to say more. The talent tree here is made of ironwood. That said, they will be going up against the stingiest defense in the division with the Huskies. Look for Rehmer, Bolewske, Poulin, Lieby, Bednar, Dragon and company (a pretty darn good tree there as well) to give them all they want and then some. This one's a toss up but I'm going with the Home team in OT. Laconia wins 24-21 on a 30 yard field goal and the Sachem red tide swarms the field for a senior night to remember!
Trinity at Lebanon
The Raiders are without Morril (hurt early against Plymouth) leaving them with Drew and Henry leading a young squad that's been prone to turning the ball over. If they get bit by that bug again, this one will be over quick...however, if they can limit the turnovers and control the clock and keep that deadly Pioneer O off the field they could try and grind it out. Hughes, Chambers, Carrier, Carmen (don't make me type that last name) Giampetruzzi, and Mike Leonard will be looking for payback for last year and they will not feel bad for the injuries plaguing the Raiders. Trinity completes the regular season perfect 32-14.
Friday, October 28, 2011
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Week 8 in the books
The playoff picture became more clear in Week 8. Trinity will be the 1 seed. Plymouth will be the 2 seed...and Laconia will host Monadnock and it's league best defense to decide 3rd and 4th seed respectively. A recap of this weeks scores.
Hanover 50 - Stark 38
The Marauder's Carl Keating scored 5 TDs including a 90 yard return for 6...while Gorman was the Recipient of a Cavallaro TD Pass and Rothwell-Ferraris ran for another as Hanover chalked up win #3.
For the Generals, Patrick Morin had 2 TDs and Jeremy Bolton, Carson Dunn and wide receiver Nic Lloyd also found the end zone.
Plymouth 42 - Lebanon 13
The turnover bug was back and bit Lebanon again as they fumbled 5 times deep inside their own territory and QB Will Horan converted for the Bobcats by throwing for 3 TDs and running for another. Reisert also had a pick 6 as Plymouth defeated Lebanon Saturday.
For Lebanon, Dylan Drew found the endzone but it was too little too late. Morril left early in the first quarter with an apparent injury. Lebanon now has Trinity to look forward to in Week 9.
Trinity 50 - Kingswood 0
This one was over by halftime as Hughes scored 3 times and Mike Leonard punched through for 6. Trinity visits Lebanon in the final week of the regular season.
Laconia 42 - Kennett 12
Scott Ruggieri had a 50 yard TD pass and Mahoney found the end zone 5 times including a 55 yard run, a pick 6 and a fumble recovery return for 6 in an absolute route of Kennett. They will have a big game against Monadnock next week which will determine the 3rd and 4th seed in the playoffs.
Monadnock 48 - MV 8
The Huskies get Touchdowns from J. Leiby, J. Dubois, Nick Dragon, Wooten, Dan Rehmer, Sam Bednar, and Patrick Kearney as they turn back the Pride and lock in their spot in the DIV Playoffs. Congrats Husky Nation :)
For the Pride, QB Ivan Niyomugaba connected with Dean Poirier for the only Pride TD.
Monadnock takes their league best Defense to Laconia to battle for 3rd place in the Division. At this point though, the 4 teams we're looking at in this year's playoffs are SO close talent-wise, that I think it's anyone's championship this year. More later...
Hanover 50 - Stark 38
The Marauder's Carl Keating scored 5 TDs including a 90 yard return for 6...while Gorman was the Recipient of a Cavallaro TD Pass and Rothwell-Ferraris ran for another as Hanover chalked up win #3.
For the Generals, Patrick Morin had 2 TDs and Jeremy Bolton, Carson Dunn and wide receiver Nic Lloyd also found the end zone.
Plymouth 42 - Lebanon 13
The turnover bug was back and bit Lebanon again as they fumbled 5 times deep inside their own territory and QB Will Horan converted for the Bobcats by throwing for 3 TDs and running for another. Reisert also had a pick 6 as Plymouth defeated Lebanon Saturday.
For Lebanon, Dylan Drew found the endzone but it was too little too late. Morril left early in the first quarter with an apparent injury. Lebanon now has Trinity to look forward to in Week 9.
Trinity 50 - Kingswood 0
This one was over by halftime as Hughes scored 3 times and Mike Leonard punched through for 6. Trinity visits Lebanon in the final week of the regular season.
Laconia 42 - Kennett 12
Scott Ruggieri had a 50 yard TD pass and Mahoney found the end zone 5 times including a 55 yard run, a pick 6 and a fumble recovery return for 6 in an absolute route of Kennett. They will have a big game against Monadnock next week which will determine the 3rd and 4th seed in the playoffs.
Monadnock 48 - MV 8
The Huskies get Touchdowns from J. Leiby, J. Dubois, Nick Dragon, Wooten, Dan Rehmer, Sam Bednar, and Patrick Kearney as they turn back the Pride and lock in their spot in the DIV Playoffs. Congrats Husky Nation :)
For the Pride, QB Ivan Niyomugaba connected with Dean Poirier for the only Pride TD.
Monadnock takes their league best Defense to Laconia to battle for 3rd place in the Division. At this point though, the 4 teams we're looking at in this year's playoffs are SO close talent-wise, that I think it's anyone's championship this year. More later...
Friday, October 21, 2011
Week 8 picks -
Hanover and Stark -
This week Hanover Battles Stark. I think we start to see the Marauders click now. Cavallaro has a monster game, Marauders win big 33 - 8.
Laconia and Kennet -
This is a must win for the Eagles if they hope to have a chance at playing in the post season. I just don't think the matchups favor them here. Laconia has too many weapons for them. Sachems come out on top 31 - 7.
Trinity and Kingswood -
I haven't heard if Meyers and Whitcomb will be back or not...however, there is no doubt even with them, this will be the toughest game of an already tough season for the Knights. Trinity rolls 40 - 7.
Monadnock and MV -
Can't say enough about the Huskies defense and now that they have the Offense clicking, they will be too much for the struggling Pride this weekend. Huskies on top 28 - 14.
Plymouth and Lebanon -
Dylan Drew and Alexander Morril bring a Raider team that has won 3 in a row to Plymouth this weekend...however they haven't faced a team playing Bobcats football since a week 4 drubbing at the hands of Laconia. Plymouth on top 21 -7.
This week Hanover Battles Stark. I think we start to see the Marauders click now. Cavallaro has a monster game, Marauders win big 33 - 8.
Laconia and Kennet -
This is a must win for the Eagles if they hope to have a chance at playing in the post season. I just don't think the matchups favor them here. Laconia has too many weapons for them. Sachems come out on top 31 - 7.
Trinity and Kingswood -
I haven't heard if Meyers and Whitcomb will be back or not...however, there is no doubt even with them, this will be the toughest game of an already tough season for the Knights. Trinity rolls 40 - 7.
Monadnock and MV -
Can't say enough about the Huskies defense and now that they have the Offense clicking, they will be too much for the struggling Pride this weekend. Huskies on top 28 - 14.
Plymouth and Lebanon -
Dylan Drew and Alexander Morril bring a Raider team that has won 3 in a row to Plymouth this weekend...however they haven't faced a team playing Bobcats football since a week 4 drubbing at the hands of Laconia. Plymouth on top 21 -7.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Week 7 is in.
Lebanon 47 - John Stark Generals 8
Dylan Drew rushed for a couple TDs and Gerow ran for another. The Raiders continued to play lock down defense in defeating Stark. Things will get much tougher for the Raiders as they travel to Plymouth next week.
Trinity 45 - Kennett 14
The Pioneers scored every time they got the ball in the first half and played unreal Defense in a shut out, shut down first half. Chambers took the ball on a 60 yard dash for the first score, Carrier plunged in a short while later from inside the Eagles 5 for the second...and after shutting down the eagles inside the Pioneer 20 Hughes capped a 7 play drive with a 15 yard scoring run. After a pick for 6 they got another interception and Carrier capped that one with another short run for an insurmountable lead. Running time in the second half...Trinity goes to 7-0 and will look forward to Kingswood next week. The Eagles are now in a MUST win situation as they host Laconia next week. A loss in that contest could cost them their playoff hopes.
Laconia 42 - Kingswood 0
The Kingswood Knights were already shorthanded with Meyers and Whitcomb out and they felt the Sachem thunder this past weekend. The Sachems were on a mission as they trounced Kingswood Saturday evening.
Steele and Mahoney both ran for 50 plus with very limited minutes in this one as it was really over after the first quarter, and the JV team was on the field before the half.
Next week they travel to Kennet for what will be a must win for the Eagles. Expect that one to be a dogfight. More on that one later :)
Plymouth 59 - MV 26
The Bobcats keep on rolling. They will host Lebanon who is riding a 3 game win streak next week, while MV looks to bounce back against a tough Monadnock squad.
Monadnock 31 - Hanover 19
Jesse Leiby, and Drew Bolewski both score for the surging Huskies. They will look to keep in rolling next week against MV.
Dylan Drew rushed for a couple TDs and Gerow ran for another. The Raiders continued to play lock down defense in defeating Stark. Things will get much tougher for the Raiders as they travel to Plymouth next week.
Trinity 45 - Kennett 14
The Pioneers scored every time they got the ball in the first half and played unreal Defense in a shut out, shut down first half. Chambers took the ball on a 60 yard dash for the first score, Carrier plunged in a short while later from inside the Eagles 5 for the second...and after shutting down the eagles inside the Pioneer 20 Hughes capped a 7 play drive with a 15 yard scoring run. After a pick for 6 they got another interception and Carrier capped that one with another short run for an insurmountable lead. Running time in the second half...Trinity goes to 7-0 and will look forward to Kingswood next week. The Eagles are now in a MUST win situation as they host Laconia next week. A loss in that contest could cost them their playoff hopes.
Laconia 42 - Kingswood 0
The Kingswood Knights were already shorthanded with Meyers and Whitcomb out and they felt the Sachem thunder this past weekend. The Sachems were on a mission as they trounced Kingswood Saturday evening.
Steele and Mahoney both ran for 50 plus with very limited minutes in this one as it was really over after the first quarter, and the JV team was on the field before the half.
Next week they travel to Kennet for what will be a must win for the Eagles. Expect that one to be a dogfight. More on that one later :)
Plymouth 59 - MV 26
The Bobcats keep on rolling. They will host Lebanon who is riding a 3 game win streak next week, while MV looks to bounce back against a tough Monadnock squad.
Monadnock 31 - Hanover 19
Jesse Leiby, and Drew Bolewski both score for the surging Huskies. They will look to keep in rolling next week against MV.
Friday, October 14, 2011
It's on! Week 7...
Hanover @ Monadnock
Poulin, Bolewski, Rehemer and that Stalwart Husky defense host Cavallaro, Gorman, Keating and crew in a matchup that could be closer than the record indicates. The Husky defense better have their coverages down as the Marauder air attack comes to town. Even still, Huskies pull this one out 21-20.
Lebanon @ Stark
Drew, Morril, Henry and company come into town riding a 2 game win streak. This week makes it 3. Raiders win 28-7.
Kennet @ Trinity
Trinity Defense will be too much tonight. Pioneers roll on 31-7.
Kingswood @ Laconia
Possibly no Meyers means the Sachems bounce back and David Mahoney gets to rest his ankle for the last 2 quarters...this one's over early as the Sachems will be on a mission after last week. Laconia 38 - Knights 0.
Plymouth @ MV
Plymouth tightens it's grip on the 2nd seed... Bobcats 35 Pride 21.
Poulin, Bolewski, Rehemer and that Stalwart Husky defense host Cavallaro, Gorman, Keating and crew in a matchup that could be closer than the record indicates. The Husky defense better have their coverages down as the Marauder air attack comes to town. Even still, Huskies pull this one out 21-20.
Lebanon @ Stark
Drew, Morril, Henry and company come into town riding a 2 game win streak. This week makes it 3. Raiders win 28-7.
Kennet @ Trinity
Trinity Defense will be too much tonight. Pioneers roll on 31-7.
Kingswood @ Laconia
Possibly no Meyers means the Sachems bounce back and David Mahoney gets to rest his ankle for the last 2 quarters...this one's over early as the Sachems will be on a mission after last week. Laconia 38 - Knights 0.
Plymouth @ MV
Plymouth tightens it's grip on the 2nd seed... Bobcats 35 Pride 21.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Week 6 down...and then there were 3 games left.
Plymouth steps up and controls the Sachems in a pivotal 35 - 14 Win
It was a beautiful day (if a bit hot) and the Bobcats were on a mission. They were predominately running the ball all day, and it was QB Will Horan and RB Taylor Newberry who made plays all day. The Bobcats were clicking on all cylinders from the opening kickoff straight through to the end of the Game. Newberry with his high knees was chunking off yardage all day long as was Cole Brooker who seemed to bang out a 1st down every time he touched the ball.
The problem for the Sachems started early as they simply could not shut down Plymouth in the first half. The Bobcats moved the ball at will with both Will Horan and Newbury crashing through to the end zone on short runs inside the Sachems 5 yard line.
David Mahoney ran the ball well for the Sachems, and managed to get Laconia within 7 on a 10 yard scamper in the 2nd quarter.
Plymouth took the ball over on their own 38 and QB Will Horan connected with K. Reisert ( I told you they could throw the ball as well) for 40 yards inside the Sachem 5 yard line. Newberry pounded through to the end zone 21-7 Bobcats.
Starting at their own 20, Laconia QB Scott Ruggieri hooked up with Steele for 25. He then connected on another pass to the TE who then lateralled to David "Motor" Mahoney who trucked down to the Bobcat goal line. His number was called again, and Mahoney found paydirt 21-14 Plymouth. Momentum in favor of Sachems as the half appeared to be closing.
The Bobcats though were not done. After returning the kickoff to their own 40, QB Horan connected with Brooker for 25 yards as the clock was ticking down. Next play it's Newberry bursting through for another 25 yard run bringing the Bobcats inside the Sachem 10. Horan then fires one to the other Reisert for a TD...and in the span of less than 30 seconds it was like the air was sucked out of the Sachem faithful Plymouth up 28-14. The second half was a stark contrast to the first with the only scoring coming on another Horan to Resiert connection for a 25 yard TD and a final score of 35-14 in favor of the hometown Bobcats.
Lebanon 33 - MV 14
The Raider Defense was stingy again Friday night...allowing 200+ to the MV Spread attack. Dylan Drew and Alexander Morril came up big again for the Raiders having big nights defensively as did sophomore Grayson Hardy.
Phil Hwang, Luke Gerow, and Cody Pelletier all scored and Drew rushed for 100 yards and as Lebanon continued to find the endzone against the MV D. For the Pride, Freshman QB Ivan Niyomugabo and Junior All State QB Cody Thurston combined for 200+ yards in the air. Justin Abbott and Tim Barton hauled in numerous passes, but it just wasn't enough to overcome the stingy Raider Defense.
Hanover blasts Kingswood - 42 -0.
The struggling Knights continue to look for their first win of the season. Cavallaro and company pick up win 2. Hanover could run the table here and end up 5-4 on the season.
Kennet drops a big one to Monadnock 26-10
The Huskies take a marathon ride to Kennet, get off the bus and get off big time. They go home winners and get the tie break should they need it. Touchdowns from Jake Dubois, Jesse Leiby, and Drew Bolewski helped propel them into a tie with the Eagles for 4th place.
Trinity beats up on Stark 38-14
Carson Dunn and Colby Decotis each rushed for touchdowns for Stark while Nic Lloyd made two catches, ran for 35 yards and kicked two extra points in a losing effort as the Trinity machine keeps on trucking...led by Josh Hughes, Lauderdale, Chambers, Carrier, Leonard...do I need to keep going :)
It was a beautiful day (if a bit hot) and the Bobcats were on a mission. They were predominately running the ball all day, and it was QB Will Horan and RB Taylor Newberry who made plays all day. The Bobcats were clicking on all cylinders from the opening kickoff straight through to the end of the Game. Newberry with his high knees was chunking off yardage all day long as was Cole Brooker who seemed to bang out a 1st down every time he touched the ball.
The problem for the Sachems started early as they simply could not shut down Plymouth in the first half. The Bobcats moved the ball at will with both Will Horan and Newbury crashing through to the end zone on short runs inside the Sachems 5 yard line.
David Mahoney ran the ball well for the Sachems, and managed to get Laconia within 7 on a 10 yard scamper in the 2nd quarter.
Plymouth took the ball over on their own 38 and QB Will Horan connected with K. Reisert ( I told you they could throw the ball as well) for 40 yards inside the Sachem 5 yard line. Newberry pounded through to the end zone 21-7 Bobcats.
Starting at their own 20, Laconia QB Scott Ruggieri hooked up with Steele for 25. He then connected on another pass to the TE who then lateralled to David "Motor" Mahoney who trucked down to the Bobcat goal line. His number was called again, and Mahoney found paydirt 21-14 Plymouth. Momentum in favor of Sachems as the half appeared to be closing.
The Bobcats though were not done. After returning the kickoff to their own 40, QB Horan connected with Brooker for 25 yards as the clock was ticking down. Next play it's Newberry bursting through for another 25 yard run bringing the Bobcats inside the Sachem 10. Horan then fires one to the other Reisert for a TD...and in the span of less than 30 seconds it was like the air was sucked out of the Sachem faithful Plymouth up 28-14. The second half was a stark contrast to the first with the only scoring coming on another Horan to Resiert connection for a 25 yard TD and a final score of 35-14 in favor of the hometown Bobcats.
Lebanon 33 - MV 14
The Raider Defense was stingy again Friday night...allowing 200+ to the MV Spread attack. Dylan Drew and Alexander Morril came up big again for the Raiders having big nights defensively as did sophomore Grayson Hardy.
Phil Hwang, Luke Gerow, and Cody Pelletier all scored and Drew rushed for 100 yards and as Lebanon continued to find the endzone against the MV D. For the Pride, Freshman QB Ivan Niyomugabo and Junior All State QB Cody Thurston combined for 200+ yards in the air. Justin Abbott and Tim Barton hauled in numerous passes, but it just wasn't enough to overcome the stingy Raider Defense.
Hanover blasts Kingswood - 42 -0.
The struggling Knights continue to look for their first win of the season. Cavallaro and company pick up win 2. Hanover could run the table here and end up 5-4 on the season.
Kennet drops a big one to Monadnock 26-10
The Huskies take a marathon ride to Kennet, get off the bus and get off big time. They go home winners and get the tie break should they need it. Touchdowns from Jake Dubois, Jesse Leiby, and Drew Bolewski helped propel them into a tie with the Eagles for 4th place.
Trinity beats up on Stark 38-14
Carson Dunn and Colby Decotis each rushed for touchdowns for Stark while Nic Lloyd made two catches, ran for 35 yards and kicked two extra points in a losing effort as the Trinity machine keeps on trucking...led by Josh Hughes, Lauderdale, Chambers, Carrier, Leonard...do I need to keep going :)
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Is it Week 6 already?
No really, it seems like the season just started!!!
Hanover hosts Kingswood
Hanover looks to get win #2 this week as they host the Knights. The Marauders struggled last week to contain Plymouth and will look to shore up their Defense against the the double wing of Kingswood. They'll have to watch out for Kohl Meyers who's shown he has the speed to break one at any time, and if BJ Smith get over the limp that held him in check most of the game last Friday, they could suprise the Marauders. For Hanover's part look for them to air it out and spread the defense. They like to throw the football and have numerous threats downfield. The problem for the knights will be covering Gorman and Ferraris as well as spying Cavallaro who's extremely fast...if he get's into a foot race, he will take it to the house.
My guess is that Hanover has too many weapons for the Knights, but look for this one to have some scoring. Hanover on top 42 - 35.
Trinity hosts Stark
Not much to say here that hasn't already been said. Tough to argue with what the Pioneers bring to the table this year. No one has been able to take their train off the track. Make no mistake they're not the little train that could, rather the freight train that's going to run you over and not bother looking back. They execute with precision and have shown some flexibility when needed. A very dangerous team to play. The rest of the field is simply playing catch up at this point. This week the train keeps on rolling. Trinity 40 Stark 7.
Kennet hosts Monadnock
As far as the playoff picture is concerned, this game has more impact than any other this week. This one could very well decide the 4th playoff spot. A win by Kennet puts them at 5-1 and Monadnock at 3-3 and the Eagles are clearly in the driver's seat. A Monadnock victory would muddy the water somewhat putting both teams at 4-2 with the Huskies getting the head to head W.
Kennet gets Trinity, Laconia and Kingswood while the Huskies get Hanover, MV and Laconia.
Odds would say given those remaining games, this might put the favorite in the hands of the Huskies. Regardless this game is big. Jake Poulin and Drew Bolewski have both shown a nice mix of speed and power and willingness to drop a shoulder and run people over when needed. Their Defense is TOUGH as nails. Big Nick Dragon heads up a line that will throw down with the best of D IV. Kennet has a similar game. Nick Massa is a power guy that has better than just good speed. Jesse Wheeler has shown he can run the Eagles ship and has them off to an impressive start. Limiting mistakes and keeping them executing will be key to their victory this week as their line will be tested as will Massa's ability to break the first tackle. If he can get to the second level Eagles win.
I'm going with a close one, Monadnock wins on the road 24-21 in OT.
Lebanon hosts MV
MV brings a potent passing game to Lebanon this week. QB Cody Thurston is sharing the ball nicely and doing time at RB as well as they bring in a new Freshmen QB from time to time. They put up 64 on Kingswood and 22 on Kennet, but also allowed 40+ from Kingswood and 44 from Kennet.
Early on Lebanon's problem was scoring points, and based on last weeks performance they seem to have righted that ship. There Defense has been solid all year thus far with ILB Dylan Drew, LB Chris Henry and Alexander Morril all having All State caliber seasons again. I can't see MV scoring more than 20 on a healthy Raider defense.
If the Raiders can avoid turning the ball over I look for them to win this one with Defense. Raiders 28 - MV 14.
Plymouth hosts Laconia
As important as the Kennet/Monadnock game was, this one will set the tone for what I feel will be a 1st round playoff matchup between these 2 teams. Brooker and Newberry will have their hands full with Steele and Mahoney this week. Up to this point, they haven't seen the speed that these guys possess coming off tackle. They will have to be on their game to stop the Sachems machine. The same is true when you flip sides...add Brandon Goodale to the mix and you have 3 backs that can cause the Sachems D fits. Plus Plymouth will go to the air with efficiency and go there as often as needed.
The big tipping point imo is up front in the trenches. As you can tell I'm on the Sachem wagon when it comes to this Line. They cannot be matched by any team in DIV. They will excert their will on you from the first play, pound you into the dirt and just keep on grinding away. Even still this will be a close game...and I wouldn't miss it for the world. I'll be there and I suspect the Sachems will come out on top, defeating Plymouth 28-21.
Good luck everyone!
Hanover hosts Kingswood
Hanover looks to get win #2 this week as they host the Knights. The Marauders struggled last week to contain Plymouth and will look to shore up their Defense against the the double wing of Kingswood. They'll have to watch out for Kohl Meyers who's shown he has the speed to break one at any time, and if BJ Smith get over the limp that held him in check most of the game last Friday, they could suprise the Marauders. For Hanover's part look for them to air it out and spread the defense. They like to throw the football and have numerous threats downfield. The problem for the knights will be covering Gorman and Ferraris as well as spying Cavallaro who's extremely fast...if he get's into a foot race, he will take it to the house.
My guess is that Hanover has too many weapons for the Knights, but look for this one to have some scoring. Hanover on top 42 - 35.
Trinity hosts Stark
Not much to say here that hasn't already been said. Tough to argue with what the Pioneers bring to the table this year. No one has been able to take their train off the track. Make no mistake they're not the little train that could, rather the freight train that's going to run you over and not bother looking back. They execute with precision and have shown some flexibility when needed. A very dangerous team to play. The rest of the field is simply playing catch up at this point. This week the train keeps on rolling. Trinity 40 Stark 7.
Kennet hosts Monadnock
As far as the playoff picture is concerned, this game has more impact than any other this week. This one could very well decide the 4th playoff spot. A win by Kennet puts them at 5-1 and Monadnock at 3-3 and the Eagles are clearly in the driver's seat. A Monadnock victory would muddy the water somewhat putting both teams at 4-2 with the Huskies getting the head to head W.
Kennet gets Trinity, Laconia and Kingswood while the Huskies get Hanover, MV and Laconia.
Odds would say given those remaining games, this might put the favorite in the hands of the Huskies. Regardless this game is big. Jake Poulin and Drew Bolewski have both shown a nice mix of speed and power and willingness to drop a shoulder and run people over when needed. Their Defense is TOUGH as nails. Big Nick Dragon heads up a line that will throw down with the best of D IV. Kennet has a similar game. Nick Massa is a power guy that has better than just good speed. Jesse Wheeler has shown he can run the Eagles ship and has them off to an impressive start. Limiting mistakes and keeping them executing will be key to their victory this week as their line will be tested as will Massa's ability to break the first tackle. If he can get to the second level Eagles win.
I'm going with a close one, Monadnock wins on the road 24-21 in OT.
Lebanon hosts MV
MV brings a potent passing game to Lebanon this week. QB Cody Thurston is sharing the ball nicely and doing time at RB as well as they bring in a new Freshmen QB from time to time. They put up 64 on Kingswood and 22 on Kennet, but also allowed 40+ from Kingswood and 44 from Kennet.
Early on Lebanon's problem was scoring points, and based on last weeks performance they seem to have righted that ship. There Defense has been solid all year thus far with ILB Dylan Drew, LB Chris Henry and Alexander Morril all having All State caliber seasons again. I can't see MV scoring more than 20 on a healthy Raider defense.
If the Raiders can avoid turning the ball over I look for them to win this one with Defense. Raiders 28 - MV 14.
Plymouth hosts Laconia
As important as the Kennet/Monadnock game was, this one will set the tone for what I feel will be a 1st round playoff matchup between these 2 teams. Brooker and Newberry will have their hands full with Steele and Mahoney this week. Up to this point, they haven't seen the speed that these guys possess coming off tackle. They will have to be on their game to stop the Sachems machine. The same is true when you flip sides...add Brandon Goodale to the mix and you have 3 backs that can cause the Sachems D fits. Plus Plymouth will go to the air with efficiency and go there as often as needed.
The big tipping point imo is up front in the trenches. As you can tell I'm on the Sachem wagon when it comes to this Line. They cannot be matched by any team in DIV. They will excert their will on you from the first play, pound you into the dirt and just keep on grinding away. Even still this will be a close game...and I wouldn't miss it for the world. I'll be there and I suspect the Sachems will come out on top, defeating Plymouth 28-21.
Good luck everyone!
Monday, October 3, 2011
Week 5 is in the books. No surprises, Trinity, Laconia, Kennet and Plymouth all come out on top and the Raiders get win #1!
Lebanon 31 Kingswood 7 -
A great night for football in Wolfboro. Not too hot or cold, just right. In the end though, the Raiders were in control of this game from beginning to end. First of all let me say if you've never been to the Knights field, you're missing out. What a beautiful facility. I've had the pleasure of coming here twice and it really is quite a place.
My biggest question mark this night was really what/why is the Raider O failing to score points this year. They did not have problems this game. While I understand the Kingswood D is struggling this year, I'm left to assume that the Raiders must have some kids back from injury. Sophomore QB Luke Gerow scored twice for the Raiders showing nice speed and moves to the outside, while Phil Hwang also scored and perfect in kicking all there extra points as well as a 30 yard FG. FB Drew doesn't seem to carry the ball much (maybe 3 times or so), but rather lead blocks (and well) for Hwang coming out of the backfield as he seems to be the workhorse for the Offense getting the majority of the carries.
Defense for the Raiders this night was exceptional. All State ILBs Dylan Drew and Chris Henry were all over the field making plays and in the Knight backfield all night long. Both had multiple tackles for losses and were harrassing RB Kohl Meyers and QB Cam Whitcomb all night (no pun intended) long. D Linemen Walker Camp and Alexander Morril were also strong up front for the Raider D. DBs Girdwood and Pelletier each had a pick for the Raiders, but perhpas the play of the night came with DE Hardy came untouched and blocked a Whitcomb pass into his own hands and while never losing stride scampered 30 yards for a pick 6.
For the 1st 3 quarters, the Knights were basically unable to move the football. Things opened up for them in the fourth though, as Whitcomb connected with Meyers on a nice pass inside the Raider 20. Meyers juked out the DB. scampered down field and lowered his head breaking through to the end zone with under 4 minutes to play. Penalties plagued the Knights all evening long as multiple block in the back calls and false starts nullified many nice plays they had and made it difficult to get drives going.
In other notes FB/LB BJ Smith had a noticeable limp and appeared to be playing hurt from the outset and was still managing to make plays defensively and throw down some nice blocks on the offensive side of the ball. All that and still smiling on the sidelines. LB Noah Demaio mad a number of big plays defensively for the Knights, he showed good closing speed and the ability to take good angles and wrap up the tackle when given the opportunity.
Kohl Meyers is clearly the Knights goto guy...and it's easy to see why. He's a very fast guy who can make people miss and he has break away speed. A two way player and his motor was running from start to finish, with a couple more pieces to their puzzle these guys could be a team to watch in the future.
Plymouth 37 Hanover 7 -
The Bobcats were able to contain Cavallaro and the Hanover spread offense jumping out to a huge lead before putting the younger kids in. My guy at the game said Newberry was an absolute force and that the Plymouth Linbacking core was able to contain Cavallaro all night. There score came late in the game and that Plymouth looked impressive!
Laconia 34 John Stark 6 -
The Sachem machine keeps on rolling.
With both teams coming up big in Week 5, the stage is set for what could be a preliminary to another dogfight in these two powerhouse rivals history. Plymouth and Laconia next week...both with multiple weapons, speed, power and execution I can't wait.
Frontiero and Grant both had fumble recovery's that converted to TDs early on for the Sachems. QB Scott Ruggieri connected for a 50 yard TD strike putting them up 21-0 shortly after.
For Stark Dunn rushed well and Franco completed half his passes but the Sachems were just too much this week. Mahoney rushed for another 100 plus playing only a half of football. They will gear up now for next weeks rival game against powerhouse Plymouth. This one should be fun and HC will be there !
Kennett 44 MV 22 -
With the other 3 top teams in the Division the Eagles get overlooked by some. However, with a power runner like Nick Massa and a top notch Defense these guys can beat anyone and shouldn't be underestimated. Their test will come in this back half of the season though as they face Monadnock Trinity and Laconia over the next 3 weeks. We will have a better idea of where they stand over the coming weeks. However as of week 5, there record puts them in the drivers seat for a strong position as the playoffs get closer. Staying healthy and executing down the stretch will be key.
Trinity 16 Monadnock 7 -
This was a tough nosed slugfest from beginning to end. Trinity jumped on top early and converted their 2 point conversion to go up 8-0. Howeveer, the Huskies answered on Jake Poulin's dive and an extra point later it's 8-7 Pioneers.
The score remained that way into the 4th quarter with both teams playing tough, stingy defense. Monadnock got deep into Trinity territory early in the 4th but was unable to convert on a 4th and short. The very next play, Mr. Football contender Josh Hughes rumbles 70 + for some breathing room and a converted 2 pointer made what would be the final score of 16-7.
The min-bus - Drew Bolewski also ran for 68 yards on 19 carries for Monadnock, while Josh Hughes had another 100+ yards and FB Carrier had 90.
The Huskies will have a huge game as they travel to Kennett this week in what could be a deciding game for the 4th playoff spot.
A great night for football in Wolfboro. Not too hot or cold, just right. In the end though, the Raiders were in control of this game from beginning to end. First of all let me say if you've never been to the Knights field, you're missing out. What a beautiful facility. I've had the pleasure of coming here twice and it really is quite a place.
My biggest question mark this night was really what/why is the Raider O failing to score points this year. They did not have problems this game. While I understand the Kingswood D is struggling this year, I'm left to assume that the Raiders must have some kids back from injury. Sophomore QB Luke Gerow scored twice for the Raiders showing nice speed and moves to the outside, while Phil Hwang also scored and perfect in kicking all there extra points as well as a 30 yard FG. FB Drew doesn't seem to carry the ball much (maybe 3 times or so), but rather lead blocks (and well) for Hwang coming out of the backfield as he seems to be the workhorse for the Offense getting the majority of the carries.
Defense for the Raiders this night was exceptional. All State ILBs Dylan Drew and Chris Henry were all over the field making plays and in the Knight backfield all night long. Both had multiple tackles for losses and were harrassing RB Kohl Meyers and QB Cam Whitcomb all night (no pun intended) long. D Linemen Walker Camp and Alexander Morril were also strong up front for the Raider D. DBs Girdwood and Pelletier each had a pick for the Raiders, but perhpas the play of the night came with DE Hardy came untouched and blocked a Whitcomb pass into his own hands and while never losing stride scampered 30 yards for a pick 6.
For the 1st 3 quarters, the Knights were basically unable to move the football. Things opened up for them in the fourth though, as Whitcomb connected with Meyers on a nice pass inside the Raider 20. Meyers juked out the DB. scampered down field and lowered his head breaking through to the end zone with under 4 minutes to play. Penalties plagued the Knights all evening long as multiple block in the back calls and false starts nullified many nice plays they had and made it difficult to get drives going.
In other notes FB/LB BJ Smith had a noticeable limp and appeared to be playing hurt from the outset and was still managing to make plays defensively and throw down some nice blocks on the offensive side of the ball. All that and still smiling on the sidelines. LB Noah Demaio mad a number of big plays defensively for the Knights, he showed good closing speed and the ability to take good angles and wrap up the tackle when given the opportunity.
Kohl Meyers is clearly the Knights goto guy...and it's easy to see why. He's a very fast guy who can make people miss and he has break away speed. A two way player and his motor was running from start to finish, with a couple more pieces to their puzzle these guys could be a team to watch in the future.
Plymouth 37 Hanover 7 -
The Bobcats were able to contain Cavallaro and the Hanover spread offense jumping out to a huge lead before putting the younger kids in. My guy at the game said Newberry was an absolute force and that the Plymouth Linbacking core was able to contain Cavallaro all night. There score came late in the game and that Plymouth looked impressive!
Laconia 34 John Stark 6 -
The Sachem machine keeps on rolling.
With both teams coming up big in Week 5, the stage is set for what could be a preliminary to another dogfight in these two powerhouse rivals history. Plymouth and Laconia next week...both with multiple weapons, speed, power and execution I can't wait.
Frontiero and Grant both had fumble recovery's that converted to TDs early on for the Sachems. QB Scott Ruggieri connected for a 50 yard TD strike putting them up 21-0 shortly after.
For Stark Dunn rushed well and Franco completed half his passes but the Sachems were just too much this week. Mahoney rushed for another 100 plus playing only a half of football. They will gear up now for next weeks rival game against powerhouse Plymouth. This one should be fun and HC will be there !
Kennett 44 MV 22 -
With the other 3 top teams in the Division the Eagles get overlooked by some. However, with a power runner like Nick Massa and a top notch Defense these guys can beat anyone and shouldn't be underestimated. Their test will come in this back half of the season though as they face Monadnock Trinity and Laconia over the next 3 weeks. We will have a better idea of where they stand over the coming weeks. However as of week 5, there record puts them in the drivers seat for a strong position as the playoffs get closer. Staying healthy and executing down the stretch will be key.
Trinity 16 Monadnock 7 -
This was a tough nosed slugfest from beginning to end. Trinity jumped on top early and converted their 2 point conversion to go up 8-0. Howeveer, the Huskies answered on Jake Poulin's dive and an extra point later it's 8-7 Pioneers.
The score remained that way into the 4th quarter with both teams playing tough, stingy defense. Monadnock got deep into Trinity territory early in the 4th but was unable to convert on a 4th and short. The very next play, Mr. Football contender Josh Hughes rumbles 70 + for some breathing room and a converted 2 pointer made what would be the final score of 16-7.
The min-bus - Drew Bolewski also ran for 68 yards on 19 carries for Monadnock, while Josh Hughes had another 100+ yards and FB Carrier had 90.
The Huskies will have a huge game as they travel to Kennett this week in what could be a deciding game for the 4th playoff spot.
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