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Dan Boarman Mark Iammarino 39-18 (STVM); 156-88 (Overall) 131-59 10-2 12-0 Akron, Ohio Chagrin Falls, Ohio Green & Gold Orange & Black Independent Chagrin Valley Conference Division III, Region 9 Division III, Region 9 This is the first ever meeting between these two teams This is the first ever meeting between these two teams Click Here to view Chagrin Falls' Schedule & Results
JJHuddle.com Pre-Season Scouting Report:
Players to Watch
OL Sam Gardner (6-0, 205, sr.), OL Mike Tozzi (6-2, 225, sr.), RB Jack Campbell (5-10, 190, jr.), QB Tommy Iammarino (5-11, 195, jr.), RB/DB Bradley Munday (5-8, 155, jr.), WR Mike Hageman (6-5, 205, sr.), WR Anthony DeCamillo (6-1, 200, sr.), LB Kurt Vidmer (6-0, 205, sr.), DB Everett Dishong (6-0, 195, sr.), LB Andrew Winkleman (6-2, 200, sr.)
Outlook
The Tigers are suddenly a legit football power and they’re nowhere near done making noise. The question is can they make that noise in D-III. Chagrin Falls has been to two straight D-IV state championship games. Head coach Mark Iammarino (119-59 in 17 years) welcomes back six starters on offense and five on defense, including the team’s top four tacklers (Vidmer, Dishong, Campbell, Winkleman). Although all three LBs are back, the DL is an area of concern as all 4 positions must be replaced. Offensively, Campbell was the team’s leading rusher (696 yards and five TDs) last year, and Vidmer (10 TDs) played a huge part in short yardage packages. Returning QB Tommy Iammarino welcomes back three seasoned receivers (Munday, DeCamillo, Hageman) as well.
Dan Boarman Mike Bell 38-18 (STVM); 155-88 (Overall) 86-37 9-2 10-1 Akron, Ohio Mentor, Ohio Green & Gold Green & Grey Independent North Coast League Division III, Region 9 Division III, Region 9 Lake Catholic won in 1991 in OHSAA Playoffs - 35-14 Series is tied 3-3-1 Click Here to view Lake Catholic's Schedule & Results
JJHuddle.com Pre-Season Scouting Report:
Players to Watch
ATH/LB Kyle Schinke (6-1, 190, sr.), RB/LB Lou Vettel (5-11, 175, sr.), LB Steve Freiberg (5-9, 180, sr.), LB Evan Gormley (6-0, 185, sr.), DB Ryan Fyffe (5-11, 175, sr.), WR/DB Richie Miller (6-2, 175, sr.), WR/DB Aaron Phillips (6-1, 175, sr.), WR/DB Zach Hawkins (6-2, 195, sr.), QB John Stepec (6-3, 215, jr.)
Outlook
The Cougars have won back-to-back regional titles under head coach Mike Bell (76-36 in nine years) but stretching that streak to three will be tough. MLC must replace 21 of 22 starters. Only one player (Vettel) who ran for over 100 total yards returns. Defensively, Schinke (47 tackles, nine TFL) and Freiberg (35 tackles, five TFL) are back. Despite the graduation losses, Bell says, “I really believe this has been our best overall off season. The players are working extremely hard, they have shown tremendous leadership and have very high expectations for the 2011 season.” New teams on the MLC schedule include: Strongsville, Ravenna and Avon. This is the 40th season of football for MLC.
Dan Boarman James Stephens 37-18 (STVM); 154-88 (Overall) - 8-2 9-1 Akron, Ohio Hunting Valley, Ohio Green & Gold Maroon & White Independent Premiere Athletic Conference Division III, Region 9 Division III, Region 9 STVM won 56-7 STVM leads series 9-4 Click Here to view University School's Schedule & Results
Players to Watch
QB Tyler Eden (6-4, 220, sr.), RB John McKelvey (6-0, 190, sr.), WR/DB Kory Pearson (6-3, 185, so.), OL Reid Singer (6-1, 235, sr.), OL/DL Cole Boehmer (6-3, 265, sr.), WR Declan Starrett (6-0, 175, sr.), WR/DB Patrick Sheil (5' 11", 165, sr.)
Outlook
After being an independent the Preppers join the Premier Athletic Conference this season. Head coach Jim Stephens (12 years at the school) returns a ton of experience from a roster that made the playoffs last season with just six seniors. Eden (2,253 passing yards, 22 TDs, 542 rushing yards, seven TDs) and McKelvey (2,000 all-purpose yards, 22 TDs) lead a very strong senior class.
Dan Boarman Dan Reardon 37-17 (STVM); 154-87 (Overall) 8-1 3-6 Akron, Ohio Youngstown, Ohio Green & Gold Green & Gold Independent Independent Division III, Region 9 Division V, Region 17 Ursuline won 24-7 Ursuline leads series 11-3-1 Coming soon...
Dan Boarman Ricky Powers 36-17 (STVM); 153-87 (Overall) 30-23 7-1 5-3 Akron, Ohio Akron, Ohio Green & Gold Black & Silver Independent Akron City Series Division III, Region 9 Division III, Region 9 Mooney won 27-20 in Round 2 of the Div III, Region 9 playoffs Mooney leads series 19-1 JJHuddle.com Scouting Report:
Players to Watch
WR/DB Jarrod Wilson (6-3, 190, sr.)
Outlook
The Griffins made headlines last year by finishing state runner-up and then made headlines in the offseason with some transfer issues and ineligible players. Now it’s time to play football again. Head coach Ricky Powers welcomes back some talent from last year’s squad including Wilson (55 tackles, eight INTs and seven TFL), a Michigan commit who chose the Wolverines over Notre Dame, Penn State, Stanford, Michigan State and Vanderbilt. Wilson had two INTs and a fumble recovery in the state final last year.
Dan Boarman PJ Fecko 36-16 (STVM); 153-86 (Overall) 104-37 7-0 4-2 Akron, Ohio Youngstown, Ohio Green & Gold Maroon & Yellow Independent Independent Division III, Region 9 Division III, Region 11 STVM won 7-6 STVM leads series 8-4 Official Mooney Football Website
The Mooney football tradition is one of the strongest in Ohio and has seen some of its most successful seasons in the past decade. The Cardinals come into week eight with a 4-2 record, but their record cannot be overlooked because their two losses have come to Divison III front-runner Mentor Lake Catholic and defending Division I State Champion St. Edward. Mooney always plays a brutal schedule and this year is no different.
Mooney as always relies on a strong and ball controlling running game along with a disciplined and well-coached defense. The Cardinals have only lost to St. Vincent-St. Mary once out of the 20 times that these two schools have met on the gridiron and that was in 1988 in the state playoffs. The Irish and the Cardinals have played in some instant classics in the past decade, but Mooney has found a way to win each of these games.
This year's game will prove to be another great matchup. Make sure to get to the stadium early - parking will be scarce since it's STVM's "CYO Night" and there will no doubt be a sellout, standing room-only crowd at the game.
Coaching Staff:
P.J. Fecko, head coach (12th season, 102-36). Assistants: Chris Amill, Tom Velasquez, Brendan McCloud, John D’Apolito, Pat Kelley, Mark Lyden, Greg Giannios, Paul Palumbo, Mike Lodyn, Joe Caruso.History:
24 years, 51-17. Last appearance, 2010.Outlook:
A handful of two-year lettermen will be the leaders of this Mooney club — RB/DB Roosevelt Griffin, FB/LB Billy Stana, and OL/DLs Austin Trgovich and Troy Ferris. P.J. Quinn is the heir apparent at QB, and WR Marcus McWilson is a big-play threat. Courtney Love and Kareem Ellis are underclassmen who could make an impact.
Dan Boarman John Cupps 35-16 (STVM); 152-86 (Overall) - 6-0 3-3 Akron, Ohio Marion, Ohio Green & Gold Black & Red Independent Greater Buckeye Conference Division III, Region 9 Division II, Region 7 This is the first meeting between these two teams This is the first meeting between these two teams Click Here to access the Marion Harding Football Page.
Marion Harding Season Outlook
» Key losses: Jeremy Cranmer; Cody Drake; Tyler Haas; Josh Hutchings; Alphonso Sims; Marvin Owens; Trevor Gibson; Tyler Jones; Gene Rucker; Wes Brown; Chandler Slob; Sam Frank; Dustin Plumley; Casey Slane; Robert Griffaw; James Westbrook» Key returnees:Senior linebacker Aaron Gabriel; senior wide receiver Noah Kelder; senior linebacker Josh Montgomery; junior defensive back Shawn Facione; junior defensive lineman Jake Williams; sophomore running back L.J. Scott
» Other key players: Junior quarterback Shawn Tyler; senior defensive lineman Hayden Holsinger; senior offensive lineman Tucker Kepford; junior defensive lineman Levi Ansley; junior offensive lineman Tyler Cermak; sophomore offensive lineman Austin Roberts; sophomore offensive lineman Kier Scott; sophomore running back Keyonte Rogers
» Keys to success:"Solid defense, great special teams and a disciplined ball-control offense will be keys for us this season. Our team has a lot of intelligence and athleticism, but we are lacking in experience. We want to build a solid foundation, and with few seniors, many players will return next year." - Head coach John Cupps (first season at Marion Harding, 0-0).
Dan Boarman Bob Sax 34-16 (STVM); 151-86 (Overall) 56-40 5-0 1-4 Akron, Ohio Akron, Ohio Green & Gold Maroon & Gold Independent Akron City Series Division III, Region 9 Division II, Region 5 STVM won 28-0 Series is tied 15-15 Players to Watch
Garland Brandon, Jr., RB-OLB; Shameil Hargrove, Sr., WR; Tyler Johnson, Sr., TE-SS; Deon Lewis, Jr., QB; Robert Lyons, Sr., LB-S; Cortez Moss, Sr., RB-LB; Richard Thurman, Sr., OL-DL; Jaquan Walker, Sr., RB-LB.Outlook
Head coach Bob Sax (nine years) said the Rams return only “a few players that have a lot of varsity experience.” While a young OL has looked good in the offseason, Sax is waiting for skill players to step up.
Schedule
Aug. 26 at Wooster, 7 p.m.
Sept. 2 at Marlington, 7 p.m.
Sept. 9 at Tallmadge, 7 p.m.
Sept. 16 vs. Buchtel at InfoCision Stadium, 7 p.m.
Sept. 23 vs. North at Ellet, 7 p.m.
Sept. 30 at St. Vincent-St. Mary, 7 p.m.
Oct. 7 vs. East at Ellet, 7 p.m.
Oct. 14 at Ellet, 7 p.m.
Oct. 21 vs. Firestone at InfoCision Stadium, 7 p.m.
Oct. 29 at Kenmore, noon.
Dan Boarman Ralph Orsini 33-16 (STVM); 150-86 (Overall) - 4-0 0-4 Akron, Ohio Akron, Ohio Green & Gold Blue & Vegas Gold Independent North Coast League Division III, Region 9 Division III, Region 9 STVM won 20-0 Series is tied 17-17 Players to Watch
DE/TE LaTroy Lewis (6-5, 245, sr.), DE/TE Greg McMullen (6-5, 275, sr.), DB Jordan Cook (5-10, 185, sr.), FB Miles Light (5-9, 230, sr.), OL/DL Hayden DeYoung (6-3, 300, sr.), OL/DL Ameer Hodoh (5-8, 285, sr.), OL Ben Sarkis (6-1, 205, sr.), P Zack Reichert (6-3, 185, sr.), QB Dominick Orsini (6-3, 190, jr.), TE/LB Jimmy Martter (6-3, 230, jr.), DB Phil Brett (6-2, 190, jr.), OL Jason Frimel (5-10, 250, jr.)
Outlook
The Knights have high expectations for 2011 but they also have a brutal schedule ahead, including games with: Hartley, SVSM, Massillon Washington, Walsh Jesuit, Mentor Lake Catholic and Padua Franciscan. To help offset that gauntlet, head coach Ralph Orsini (128-66 in 18 years) welcomes back the best DL duo in Ohio in Lewis and McMullen. Lewis (88 tackles, 31 QB hurries, eight sacks) lists his Top 5 schools as Ohio State, Nebraska, Oregon, Northwestern and Michigan. McMullen (86 tackles, 20 QB hurries, 7.5 sacks) is a Nebraska commit. Cook (54 tackles), Hodoh (50 tackles) and Brett (24 tackles) add to a formidable Hoban defense. Offensively, several key lineman return. Look for Dominick Orsini and Martter to have big years.
Dan Boarman Tom Gibbons 32-16 (STVM); 149-86 (Overall) 17-15 3-0 0-3 Akron, Ohio Euclid, Ohio Green & Gold Blue & Varsity Gold Independent LEL Lake Divison Division III, Region 9 Divison I, Region 1 STVM won 16-13 STVM leads the series 1-0 STRENGTHS: The Panthers have depth and talent at skill positions. Three tailbacks are expected to share the load — De'Andre Rollins, Joe Greene and Melvin King. Last year, Rollins averaged 7 yards per carry.Quarterback Benny Walker started the final five games of last season. He threw for over 500 yards. He is more confident this year and ready to take on a leadership role. "The game has slowed down for me," he said. "I'm more confident. It's my senior year and I want to have a successful season." The Panthers also have a strong junior class.
WEAKNESSES: Lack of depth on the offensive line. Defensively, the Panthers have three returning starters in De'Andre Rollins, Juwan Ford and Houston Boone. On the bright side, Rollins is the team's top-returning tackler. He had 91 tackles last year.
WHOM TO FOLLOW: Benny Walker has been playing quarterback since seventh grade. He returns with varsity experience and the confidence that comes with it. "He had a great summer throwing the football," Gibbons said. "We are real excited about the prospects of what he can do to open up the offense." De'Andre Rollins is a two-year starting TB/OLB. He's a big, athletic player who has the ability to make key plays. "He's a work horse," Gibbons said. "He will be counted on offensively and defensively."
UNDERCLASSMAN TO WATCH: Matt Blaha is a big, powerful left guard at 6-foot-4, 350 pounds.
STATUS: IF ... the Panthers' skill-position players can perform at the top of their game week after week ... THEN ... the team can improve on last year's 4-6 record.
WINS THE PAST 5 YEARS
'06 7
'07 9-xy
'08 7-y
'09 6-y
'10 4
Past five years: 33-20
Key — x: conference title; y: playoffs; z: at least one win in playoffsHISTORY
-Playoff record: 2-14 in 14 appearances
-Best playoff finish: 1989, 1993, regional final
-Most recent playoff appearance: 2009, regional quarterfinal
-School record for most wins in a season: 11 in 1993
-Conference championships since 1949 (including co-titles): 1969, '78, '87-90, '91, '93-97, 2005, '07
-Head coach with most victories at the school: Tom Banc, 128 (1985-99)
Dan Boarman Joe Patterson 31-16 (STVM); 148-86 (Overall) - 2-0 0-1 Akron, Ohio Washington, D.C. Green & Gold Scarley & Gray Independent Washington Catholic Division III, Region 9 - This is the first meeting between these two teams This is the first meeting between these two teams Players Committed: Ben Onett (Temple); Devin Williams (Stanford)
Players Receiving Interest: Mitch Kirsch (Offer: James Madison, Interest: Vanderbilt, BC, UVA); Olajuwon Swearinger (Offer: Youngstown State); Zach Quarles (Offer: Bucknell, Interest: Old Dominion, Richmond); Omar Truitt (Interest: Maryland, Tennessee, Vanderbilt); Will Ulmer (Interest: Old Dominion, Syracuse, West Virginia)
Strengths: St. John’s has a lot of returning talent this year. Their offensive line has four returning starters coming back. All-Conference player, Mitch Kirsch, will anchor the line. Edward Bent, Alex Malchow and Max Onyenwe will also return to make up one of the stronger lines in the conference.
St. John’s has a plethora of players who can excel at the quarterback position, but the player most likely to see the majority of the snaps is Ben Onett. The former Central Catholic (Mass.) and DeMatha 1uarterback should come in right away and give the Cadets a strong, experienced arm behind center. Will Ulmer will also see time behind center. He is less experienced but every bit as athletic. Omar Truitt could also see some time at QB in certain packages this season.
Troy Robinson will get the majority of the carries from the running back position. He is big, athletic and should turn a lot of heads in the conference this year. The receivers will be Billy Webb and Omar Truitt, who are both speedy guys with good hands.
Senior DE Olajuwon Swearinger anchors the defense. An All-Conference performer last year, Swearinger should be even better this year. Edward Bent will also be a strong contributor to the defensive line.
Devin Williams is a standout at LB. He should rack up a ton of tackles this year. Skylar Lee will also be a strong member of the linebacker core.
The secondary is lead by Zach Quarles and Omar Truitt. These two will go a long way in shutting down opposing receivers. Billy Webb and James Manuel will also see time in the secondary.
Weaknesses: This team is really young. Coach Patterson said, “Our biggest weakness is that we have a lot of sophomores starting.” The inexperience of the team could hurt them in close games and come playoffs. Most of the inexperience is at the skill positions on both sides of the ball.
The overall depth could be a weakness for St. Johns as the season moves forward.
Buzz: This team may be one of the youngest in the conference, but there is plenty of talent to make up for it.
The big question for St. John’s is, can they get over the hump and finally win a WCAC Championship? When asked that question Coach Patterson responded, “What hurt us in the past is injuries. We haven’t had the necessary depth to overcome those injuries. Ultimately, it is going to come down to playmakers coming forth and making big plays.”
“We just want to go out and play every game as if we are going to win. But we definitely have the expectation of making the championship game."
Dan Boarman Gerry Rardin 30-16 (STVM); 147-86 (Overall) 226-104-2 1-0 1-0 Akron, Ohio Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Green & Gold Maroon & Yellow Independent North Coast League Division III, Region 9 Division II, Region 5 2010: Walsh Jesuit 17 - STVM 10 Walsh leads the series 21-14 Click Here to read the JJ Huddle Scouting Report
Ohio.com Scouting Report:Players to Watch:
Ross Martin, Sr., PK; Trent Donald, Sr., OL-DL; Dane O’Driscoll, Sr., OL-DL; Kevin Enright, Sr., TE; Brock Jones, Sr., B-DB; Ryan Jun, Sr., RB-LB; Antoine Smith, Sr., TE-DL; Garrett Steinbeck, Sr., OL; Nick Film, Sr., DB; Nick Wargo, Sr., QB; Louis Hill, Jr., RB-DB; Doug Lewis, Jr., WR-DB; Crissean Caver, Jr., WR; Gabe Heydinger, Jr., OL-DL; Mitch Puckett, Jr., DB; Sam Karam, Jr., OL.Outlook:
The Warriors return six starters on offense and five on defense. “I think our strength is good senior leadership and good work ethic,” Rardin said. “Our weakness is lack of depth on the offensive and defensive line. It all starts with the quarterback on offense and we expect Nick Wargo to have a real good year. We will rotate three kids at the running back position; Brock Jones, Ryan Jun and Louis Hill. Our three receivers — Crissean Caver, Doug Lewis and Kevin Enright — are all very capable receivers. They all have good speed and good hands.” Jun is also a leader on defense with senior captains O’Driscoll and Donald.Schedule:
Aug. 26 at Louisville, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 2 St. Vincent-St. Mary, 7 p.m.
Sept. 9 Columbus Bishop Watterson, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 24 at Mentor Lake Catholic, 7 p.m.
Oct. 1 at Canisius (N.Y.), 2 p.m.
Oct 7 at Archbishop Hoban, 7 p.m.
Oct. 14 Cleveland Benedictine, 7 p.m.
Oct. 21 at Parma Padua, 7 p.m.
Oct. 28 Chardon Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin, 7 p.m.
Dan Boarman Brian Miller 29-16 (STVM); 146-86 (Overall) n/a 0-0 0-0 Akron, Ohio Cincinnati, Ohio Green & Gold Maroon & Yellow Independent GCL Central Division III, Region 9 Division IV, Region 16 This is the first meeting between these two teams This is the first meeting between these two teams Coming soon...
