I've wondered the same. Matt was a good QB no doubt. Originally from Morganton, played middle school ball at Liberty. For whatever reason they kept him away from athletic schools.... St Stephens, Foard. Even the middle school selection kept him from pairing up with Table Rock talent.
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35-34 when you had arguably the best player in the state. Get over that love to hate Forestview.
Actually this will make there 3rd trip to the regional finals in 13 years.
Helms' son was the main reason. His own family was the second reason.
Hib and SP have a deal whoever needs them has them
Lol, so I'll take that for a yes. Damn you guys are cocky!
When you play the Raiders you get exposure that you wouldn't normally get. I thought I was giving you a compliment Beamer. I don't think you want to get into a bragging contest with a Raider fan do you? If you have a weakness it will be exposed Friday night
I have no ideal. But I would assume both teams would have tentative plans since 1 of them will need them.Lol, so I'll take that for a yes. Damn you guys are cocky!
Yeah ESPN stopped by today. Thanks for the exposure!
Beamer24, you're cooler than the other side of the pillow. Seadog would be proud to know you personally and you likewise him. Hang in there and tell Budro to buy the hot chocolate.
I think the only big play you guys gave up was like the first play on the QB keep on the option. Other than that you guys scheme and players, (speed) matched up and contained Hibriten that night. On most plays 10 guys were in the box. Great on coaching staff and execution by the players.
Yeah, no doubt. Michael was a better overall QB than Matt. Matt was more mobile.
Must be doing a story on girls b-ballThey stopped by to ask directions to Morganton.
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If the wife will let me, these trips to Hibriten are getting me in trouble
The green and gold are now turquoise and yellow. The fan base is pink as always.You did back in '14 & '15..... they wore green/gold
Only two more weeks of HS football and that is it. I feel ya, I am in the same boat.
A good article on the 1979 game between Hibriten and South Point.
http://www.gastongazette.com/sports...uth-point-hibriten-wont-be-anything-like-1979
http://www.gastongazette.com/sports...uth-point-hibriten-wont-be-anything-like-1979
She wondering if you got a gal on the side in Hibriten or tired of you making her a football widow on Friday nights, especially since your team is out?
Here is how I think it is going down.
Hibriten's speed surprises us and they jump out to a 7-0 lead. The Hibriten defense shuts us down and their O threatens again, but we hold. 1st quarter, Hibriten 7-0.
2nd quarter, Hibriten gets a short field and busts a semi-long TD, 14-0. A few back and forths, but SP scores before the half, 14-7.
3rd quarter, adjustments are made and the SP defense gets hot as the temperature gets colder. A Hibriten turnover leads to an SP score. 14-14.
4th quarter, the SP defense stones the Hibriten offense and SP puts together a long drive to go ahead 21-14. After the score, Hibriten comes back, but gets stopped on 4th down allowing SP to make a couple of 1st downs and ice the game.
SP 21-14....Bank on it! I thought I was wrong once, but I was mistaken.
Hibriten's speed surprises us and they jump out to a 7-0 lead. The Hibriten defense shuts us down and their O threatens again, but we hold. 1st quarter, Hibriten 7-0.
2nd quarter, Hibriten gets a short field and busts a semi-long TD, 14-0. A few back and forths, but SP scores before the half, 14-7.
3rd quarter, adjustments are made and the SP defense gets hot as the temperature gets colder. A Hibriten turnover leads to an SP score. 14-14.
4th quarter, the SP defense stones the Hibriten offense and SP puts together a long drive to go ahead 21-14. After the score, Hibriten comes back, but gets stopped on 4th down allowing SP to make a couple of 1st downs and ice the game.
SP 21-14....Bank on it! I thought I was wrong once, but I was mistaken.
I thought it was 18, not 8. Either way, it was colder than a witch's...
Beamer I wonder how cold is was in 2002 when we went up to Owen
LMAO- I think this is pretty much right; that's how I see the game going anyway. I think our defense and S/T will give us some points....I just don't know who will win. I think it may be a 1-2 point game.
Here is my input for what is worth. I saw the Tuscola and Pisgah (vs. SP games) and neither team has anywhere near the overall team speed and athleticism as Hibriten. I have not seen Hibriten play this year, but East Gaston played them in the 1st round last year and they have virtually everyone back this year. Both teams are physical on defense, but I would give Hibriten a slight edge on offense. This game is truly a toss up to me.
Here's a crucial aspect: Fast teams get a good bit slower in cold weather. Slow teams don't get much slower in cold weather....they play about the same. So, I think the weather may take away Hibriten's biggest advantage. Another big advantage they hold is home field, and if pressed I'd guess the game is 1-2 points.....right now I'm thinking Hibriten winning primarily because our best athletes don't touch the ball on offense. If #25, 9 and 14...maybe 5 are all of sudden totaling 23 carries between them on offense - I think SP could definitely win. I don't think that will happen.
I think SP will use 33 to throw those high point balls when in trouble, and him only. Hard to believe we have not seen ONE DB this year that can lay the wood and prevent those catches. Does Hibriten have any head hunters or really tough DBs that make a mark? These things I don't know about HHS, and makes it hard to figure how close it may be when the chips are all laid out.
I think SP will use 33 to throw those high point balls when in trouble, and him only. Hard to believe we have not seen ONE DB this year that can lay the wood and prevent those catches. Does Hibriten have any head hunters or really tough DBs that make a mark? These things I don't know about HHS, and makes it hard to figure how close it may be when the chips are all laid out.
Got to tell you...went to the SP versus Hibriten scrimmage and did not note this supposed speed deficit. Guess maybe all the Hibriten speed burners were still on summer vacation. For those in the know, SP was down several DB's in that scrimmage. In fact our kicker was playing corner for us. If they have guys who can outrun 5, 14, and 25 when they are playing within our disciplined scheme then they will most definitely win. Don't see it happening. South Point's speed is on the defensive side of the ball. In the backfield 9 may not be a burner, but he takes great angles and is an aggressive decisive tackler. All of the LB's really can cover ground, and 19 and 41 on the edge can both run. Predict you will find 4 to 5 hungry Red Raiders in on every tackle. Let's hope for a strip or two.
West Rowan looked very quick and athletic during warm ups last Friday, but was contained pretty much all night. Hibriten is a different beast, the 3 fastest kids on that field will be wearing a Panthers jersey,,, then when you think you have a plan for the speed, a 215 lb fullback comes at you.
Good luck Red Raiders! If the normal Hibriten team from 2016 shows up - lights out.
Good luck Red Raiders! If the normal Hibriten team from 2016 shows up - lights out.
It's all coming back to me from the scrimmage...Hibriten speedsters streaking past leaden foot Red Raider DB's and a 215 lb fullback pounding us until Mickey begged to put an end to it. Fortunate we survived the onslaught from Pisgah's Alabama preferred walk on "MONSTER" fullback last week. Guess we will be lucky to get out of there with some semblance of pride after the ass whipping we are about to receive...
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