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    Navasota Open

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    19 hours ago, playactionpass39 said:

    One of his hand picked Coordinators acts as the interim, pretty simple solution, if you ask me.

    Exactly. Set the structure, let Fedora play architect while his coordinators run the show. Do not announce a hire until 7/1 and then the hire announced is Fedora. Simple solution for a simple problem. 

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    Ken Purcell

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    On 1/19/2024 at 8:49 AM, PeanutKing74 said:

    Have to agree he doesn't bring much to the broadcast. I'd much rather see a top tier current head coach come on and give some insight to what they are seeing. For example have Surrat come on and tell us what he is seeing or even have the Liberty Hill guy do the Franklin or Bellville game and give some breakdowns. 

    Those guys don't have time for that. 

    Ken Purcell

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    He actually adds great value to the show and makes it entertaining. He's also probably volunteering his time or being paid a measly amount to promote and advance the sport of football in Texas. Cut the man some slack and try being appreciative. 

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    Offseason Camps

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    19 hours ago, ROHOAlum said:

    Hmm awfully stereotypical of you with that description, so where you trying to head with this? Daryl Williams had a good career starting in the league and was an all-pro, he utilizes hs facilities around DFW, would you say the same about Todd Dodge's QB & WR camps? How about the one Micah Parsons plans to put on in Midland?

    No, I wouldn't say the same about those because I am fairly certain no one associated with those camps would advocate for KIDS to sidestep their commitments to their high school teams and coaches to participate. Also, both of those camps are associated with legitimate, trusted football names like TODD DODGE and MICAH PARSONS. Trench mob academy's website refers to only two coaches, Jamal Williams and something called Coach Dre. Neither of these guys have any credentials to be found anywhere on the internet that would lead me to believe they have any credibility in the coaching space. Also, as stated in an earlier post, it's clearly a money grab. Yes, the initial camp advertised above is $50 for the dates listed, but on the website, what they're really doing is trying to sell monthly memberships to whatever the hell kind of program they are pushing. If you want to only learn "fundamental techniques", it'll be $75 a month. Want to step it up and "learn the fundamentals of football and the techniques necessary to become a top-tier player", that'll be $200 a month. Or, if you are really a D1 guy and want to absorb all Coach Dre' has to offer, for a measly $300 a month you can get the package "focused on developing proper technique".......whatever the hell that means. And then there is this nugget from the website:

    "The Trench Mob Academy specializes in football defensive lineman training, offering a comprehensive program designed to develop the skills and techniques necessary to excel in the trenches of the football field. Our program is ideal for defensive linemen of all ages and skill levels, from youth players to collegiate athletes, and even those aspiring to play professionally. We believe that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible. Join us today and become a part of the Trench Mob family!"

    Just a bunch of words that don't really say anything. As for Daryl Williams, apart from the camp being held in Lake Dallas where he is from, there is not one mention of his involvement in the program on all of the website or advertisement. You see, these guys attach to a guy like Williams, who they believe will give them credibility, use his image on the flyer, maybe even have them come through to the camp, they then pay that guy a little money, and sell their phony memberships off of that guys name and not the substance of their product. It's a racket and all players should steer clear of this nonsense. 

    Trust your high school coaches, trust guys like Todd Dodge and Micah Parsons. Be cautious of anything with gimmick camp names, coaches who can't even use their full name in their bio, and people promoting it who will tell you your individual growth is more important than what can be derived from putting your team first. 

     

    Offseason Camps

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    On 1/12/2024 at 12:03 PM, ROHOAlum said:

    Could be irritated but its ultimately parents and athlete's decision to participate in camps to further sharpen their skills. The mindset of smaller schools is astounding. 

    LOL!!! Like I said, anything called "Trench Mob Academy" is nothing more than a money grab from guys who have no actual skills to earn a living, so they prey on the hopes and dreams of kids and parents who have kids who think they're going to the "league". "High school teams? Naaaaa, come over here to Ray Ray Johnson Memorial Park and do some drills with a "7-year NFL Vet", and we can make you a D1 athlete. That'll be $1500 please......." 

    These guys are the absolute scum of the earth. They rank right up there with the guys who "only choose the top 25 5th graders in the nation" to play in the HIM BOWL every year, and they've chosen your son. All you have to do is send $5000 and pay all your travel and we will put you on a team. You will be coached by former D1 athletes who only played one-year because they were sent home for behavioral issues and couldn't sell enough Frenchie puppies to make ends meet. "We promise, we all about the kids".....

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    Offseason Camps

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    On 12/20/2023 at 7:10 AM, ROHOAlum said:

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    Here is one for the trench boys that’s upcoming in Corinth, Tx

    Anything called "Trench Mob Academy" with random NFL OL pics is sure to be a subpar experience. 

    Rusk Big Over Crockett 52-9

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    On 9/6/2023 at 9:22 AM, ronstopable said:

    Rusk is a young team. We won’t challenge Carthage but could be anywhere from 2nd through 4th in District depending on how the kids progress. The QB is a Sophomore and could be special. We have two good RB’s with exceptional speed. The defense is much improved from the last few years. They are very active and get to the ball in a hurry. Our issue is with numbers. We can’t put our best 11 on the field without several guys playing both ways. If we can manage PT and keep kids fresh we could be a tough draw in the playoffs. Depending on seeding out of district the ceiling is probably 2 or 3 rounds. 

    I am from the SETX area so I am pretty familiar with the QB, and yes, he is special. It will be interesting to watch this group grow together and see what will happen. Who knows? Might catch lightning in a bottle. 

    Let's talk about school bond elections in East Texas...

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    1 hour ago, Coach Rab said:

    Here is an honest opinion of that.  It can be spun into race, but…

    I believe it is hard for east Texas black and brown people to go vote because polling stations are usually not places that they are comfortable with or easily accessible.  Aledo uses the school admin building at the high school, we are white, and I still don’t necessarily ever feel comfortable voting there.  Our neighborhood amenity center has now become a voting site and it’s much nicer to vote there.  

    Say what now? Do you really believe this is true?

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    Let's talk about school bond elections in East Texas...

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    1 hour ago, RETIREDFAN1 said:

    Cool....I just wanted it made clear that racism has very little, if anything, to do with whether someone supports a bond or not.....the MAIN factor is that people are tired of being taxed, retaxed, and taxed yet again for things that are irrelevant.....I'll be the first one in line to vote for a bond to build a new science lab or library......I will never vote for one that builds new athletic facilities or a new band hall......schools are for education......

    This comment is predicated on the fact that no extracurricular activities contribute to the education the kids are receiving in the district. If a band hall, or theatre performance center, or field house, or stadium, or gym becomes too small or too worn to provide an adequate space for experiential education for the students of the city where you reside, by voting no on those bonds you are taking those opportunities away from those students. Educators, coaches, and fine arts teachers will stop working in those districts, families will move, businesses will stay out and property values will decrease. Fact is, most bonds are relatively cheap for all property owners in the area and those who are against additional taxes continue to vote against them because it's the only tax they feel like they can control. Your real gripe is with the appraisal districts that the state govt continues to allow to tax us out of our properties. Abbott has the opportunity to handle that issue in the current leg session, but chooses to redirect all of the attention to vouchers and vilify public education rather than point out the actual crooks. 

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    Colmesneil Hires George Taylor

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    What an absolute mess. I do not know what happened, but it must've been pretty crazy. For Day to go from getting a great job and being celebrated, to resigning on day one and not being welcomed back to the place where he was previously celebrated?! That's a hell of a turn. 

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