Richmond VS Clayton Round 2
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I like Richmond by 2 scores.
Interesting fact about this game. Raider RB great, Marcus Rush, has 2 sons on Richmond (21 and 4) and one on Clayton (5).
Interesting fact about this game. Raider RB great, Marcus Rush, has 2 sons on Richmond (21 and 4) and one on Clayton (5).
i went to the clayton /cleveland game on the final week of the season,
It was there version of scotland/richmond, 37/35 absolute thriller won
by the number 1 seed Cleveland, the atmosphere of that game was fantastic
in a PACKED HOUSE.. Im trying to figure who to take in the pigskin this week
in this game. Raiders do not take this team lightly, should be hard to as the computers
have clayton a small favorite. Maybe heading over for this one...
It was there version of scotland/richmond, 37/35 absolute thriller won
by the number 1 seed Cleveland, the atmosphere of that game was fantastic
in a PACKED HOUSE.. Im trying to figure who to take in the pigskin this week
in this game. Raiders do not take this team lightly, should be hard to as the computers
have clayton a small favorite. Maybe heading over for this one...
I don’t think RC takes this team lightly. I think Clayton may be favored and they can definitely win this game. Always tough to win at RC.
Very good football team and well coached. Coach does not put stats in MaxPreps, but I understand leading up to their last regular season game their defense was allowing less than 90 yards per game. D1 talent on their defensive line and strong LB core. They cover the run really well.
On the offense, QB1 is dual threat athlete with D1 offers. Transfer from Gibbons. Big upfront to give him protection and a couple of running backs they interchange. QB can pass the ball as well but tends to tuck and run when he receives pressure.
Against Cleveland, their secondary had some miscues covering the pass. Also, they were penalty prone. I’m sure the coaching staff worked on this in the off week.
I’m a fan of all teams in the Greater Neuse River conference when playing outside the conference. I hear Richmond is good, but I’ll take the Comets by 7. It’s unfortunate these two teams are meeting in the second round when both finished inside the top 8 in the RPI. Should be a 3rd round game.
On the offense, QB1 is dual threat athlete with D1 offers. Transfer from Gibbons. Big upfront to give him protection and a couple of running backs they interchange. QB can pass the ball as well but tends to tuck and run when he receives pressure.
Against Cleveland, their secondary had some miscues covering the pass. Also, they were penalty prone. I’m sure the coaching staff worked on this in the off week.
I’m a fan of all teams in the Greater Neuse River conference when playing outside the conference. I hear Richmond is good, but I’ll take the Comets by 7. It’s unfortunate these two teams are meeting in the second round when both finished inside the top 8 in the RPI. Should be a 3rd round game.
Go with Raiders, Last Time these Two Met it was Ugly. Won 48-2, I know they have some studs on Clayton’s Dline this year but they Had some Then Also.
I do believe that Richmond is more battle-tested than Clayton. That and homefield advantage (maybe) will be the difference.
Denson is calling out Raider fans, too. Gotta show up!
Denson is calling out Raider fans, too. Gotta show up!
nope kw any information picked up is always good but as above noted things are
quiet site wide, very interesting game here and the raiders are so quiet....that speaks a little for itself, a tight one expected 30 min down the road.
I will be making my trip from Raleigh to see my Raiders play!! Funny, I live 15 min. from Clayton and 10 min. from Cleveland, but will drive 2 hrs. to see my Raiders!!!!!
great showing by the raiders last night, clayton drove for a score first possession then the
raiders locked them down the rest of the night. If raiders can get rid of some of those
undisciplined penalties they are a tough out....
The best team in the east rolesville comes to town next week..
Raiders lost to Gibbons handily and rolesville beat gibbons in OT in the best
4a game of the year IMO. I was at gibbons for that one..
raiders locked them down the rest of the night. If raiders can get rid of some of those
undisciplined penalties they are a tough out....
The best team in the east rolesville comes to town next week..
Raiders lost to Gibbons handily and rolesville beat gibbons in OT in the best
4a game of the year IMO. I was at gibbons for that one..
I know some of the Raider faithful weren’t very happy with Denson being selected as head coach. Looks like it’s working out and, as I have said before, I think the Raiders will have him for life.
Great win for the Raiders! They were determined to win, even though they had more than 12 penalties, four turnovers, two TDs called back, a missed short FG, and turned the ball over on their 15-yard line. Officiating was a big distraction because of so many penalties and numerous long discussions between officials after a flag was thrown. It was worth the drive from Raleigh to see my Raiders play!!
Chance Crowder IS the real deal!!
Go Raiders!!
The season started out blaming Richmond coach for his arrival and the game plan. Richmond's fan barely knew him and the blame begun. The fans begun with statements that Richmond would never make it this year because of the hired coach and the formation he planned to run.
It seems that the narrative around coaches often swings dramatically based on immediate results. Initially, it’s easy for fans to criticize a coach without fully understanding the complexities of their role, including the challenges of team dynamics, injuries, and the pressure of high expectations. When the team begins to win, as Richmond has, the atmosphere shifts. Fans rally behind the coach, celebrating the victories and attributing the success to their leadership. The moment the results waver, the same fans who once praised him can quickly turn to doubt and criticism. It's interesting to consider the psychology behind this. Fans are often emotionally invested in their teams, and the highs and lows of a season can lead to extreme reactions.
The pressure in playoff situations can be immense, and once a team hits a rough patch, all the praise can quickly shift to blame. It’s almost as if the narrative shifts entirely based on one or two games, Richmond fans quickly begin overlooking the hard work and strategic planning that went into the entire Richmond coaching staff season. As Richmond fans or any fan base, it’s essential to recognize that coaching is a multifaceted job that requires consistent effort and adaptability, especially under pressure.
It seems that the narrative around coaches often swings dramatically based on immediate results. Initially, it’s easy for fans to criticize a coach without fully understanding the complexities of their role, including the challenges of team dynamics, injuries, and the pressure of high expectations. When the team begins to win, as Richmond has, the atmosphere shifts. Fans rally behind the coach, celebrating the victories and attributing the success to their leadership. The moment the results waver, the same fans who once praised him can quickly turn to doubt and criticism. It's interesting to consider the psychology behind this. Fans are often emotionally invested in their teams, and the highs and lows of a season can lead to extreme reactions.
The pressure in playoff situations can be immense, and once a team hits a rough patch, all the praise can quickly shift to blame. It’s almost as if the narrative shifts entirely based on one or two games, Richmond fans quickly begin overlooking the hard work and strategic planning that went into the entire Richmond coaching staff season. As Richmond fans or any fan base, it’s essential to recognize that coaching is a multifaceted job that requires consistent effort and adaptability, especially under pressure.
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Your second sentence says "Richmond fans barely knew him". You do realize he is a former QB for Richmond 97 and 98 State champion?? Former assistant coach. You might want to research also I don't know anyone that was upset about hiring him just the opposite.
Richmond fans have an apparent contradiction in their behavior. It’s interesting to see how Richmond supporters can sometimes prioritize their loyalty to the team over the moral high ground they claim to uphold. When the coach was hired, many fans rallied around the idea of integrity and sportsmanship, often citing the importance of building a program based on ethical standards. However, as the season progressed and Richmond lost their first game to 71st, some fans instantly resorted to harsh criticism and even personal attacks on the coach and players, which seems to undermine the very principles they initially advocated. Also criticizing the formation coach is running. This kind of behavior raises questions about the authenticity of Richmond s convictions. What some of you have posted on here has contradicted the support they profess for the team. It's almost as if the pressure of disappointing results can lead to a selective memory regarding their moral stance.
This is not being human, instead it is called instance of hypocrisy.
Best of luck the rest of the way. I hope you win it all because I know Richmond can.
XOplan57 needs to use his health care plan. You are mentally unhinged bro. Nobody’s complaining about the coach.
I'm pretty sure this is another S2V account.
Question if anyone knows if this is true or not true and if true why ?
I seen a post that the camera man got kick out of the game .
If this is true does anyone know why ?
I seen a post that the camera man got kick out of the game .
If this is true does anyone know why ?
It is true he works for the Richmond Observe. Clayton coach had some kind of issue with him. Head coach is the one who had him removed.
I would like to know the reason behind this before just thinking this is a stupidest thing I heard
Clayton coach accused the photographer of taking pics of there play calls and writing down info giving it our coaches. The coach got into his face and bumped him with his chest.
That is the most craziest thing I have ever heard .
I mean really today camera the refs could have easily looked at the pictures. Yes it would have put a delay in the game more but still .
This has never been a problem with any other team.
Also shouldn’t have their coach got a penalty put on him for doing that ?
Yeah I like to know this ?
Just out of curiosity because right now this seems very childish and isn’t good sportsmanship.
I mean I knew before the game looking on the field the game was heated and even seen a few Clayton boys pointing fingers at the raiders players on the raiders diamond.
when they walked out playing we will rocking like 30 mins before the game.
I mean in my mind what is the camera man doing taking the picture of the play calling then running to the coach and saying see see see like a child .
I know I not the smartest person not even close but in my mind this is how I am thinking
This reporter is also a teacher.. the sheriff department escorted him out the stadium. I have been to many games and have never seen anything like this. Also the whole 4th quarter Clayton was faking injury to stop the clock.
Yeah I was there the whole game and seen all the fake injuries trying to delay the game hoping to win . If I am not mistaken it was every 3rd down . They were doing all they could do to win .
Still the Raiders won !!!
Also me I am in my 40 and I have never seen or heard of anything like that kicking and having the camera man escorted out.
Not in high school honestly I don’t think any sports.
That is such childish behavior
Were the "fake" injuries when Clayton was on offense or defense?
The Clayton coach was at Myers Park at one time. They played at Richmond in the playoffs and he had his defensive players faking injuries late in the fourth quarter in an effort to get the ball back. There was no rules-based recourse at that time to address it.
His methods were reported to NCHSAA, who forwarded it to the NFHS rules committee. The result was a rule change giving the offense 40 seconds on the play clock (instead of 25) for defensive injuries, as well as defensive penalties, or administrative stoppages for which the defense is responsible. As such, the offense has more time to snap the ball and can more easily milk the clock.
As a wise man once said, "You can make every rule in the world, but you can't legislate honor and principles."
A long time NC coach (who will remain nameless) in the 70's and 80's commented on this phenomenon. One year, he went 10-0, won the conference and made a deep run in the playoffs. The next year, they went 1-9 and fans were asking for his head. He said than in a very brief span, he went from "God to goddam." Fans can be fickle. Quickly. Richmond will be OK. Too much tradition.
Yep this is gonna be a very tough one for us to win. Got to play smart
Correct. Coaches like Mark Richt at Georgia experienced similar highs and lows, where consistent seasons were followed by unexpected downturns, leading to calls for their dismissal despite their previous successes. This type of volatility can be attributed to heightened expectations from fans, who often equate a team’s recent performance with its historical legacy.
Richmond fan expects excellence. This creates pressure on hired coaches to maintain tradition and adapting to the evolving landscape of their history.
To be honest I think both but I can’t be 100% sure because it happened so much every time you looked on the field there was a player injury.
So hopefully someone who is 100% sure can answer that .
