BearFan13 Posted January 20, 2022 Share Posted January 20, 2022 Congrats to Tatum on the hire. If y’all can’t make this one last then…… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleborn Posted January 21, 2022 Author Share Posted January 21, 2022 20 hours ago, Eagle8 said: WASKOM, Tx (KMSS/KTAL) – East Texas high school football will look much different next season. Waskom Head Coach Whitney Keeling is leaving the program to become the new head coach of the Tatum Eagles. “I never dreamed that it was going to happen,” Keeling said. “Last Tuesday, I had the chance to meet with the superintendent and they offered me the position. I felt like it was a great opportunity for me to make this move at this time.” Keeling compiled a 113-40 record during his time with the Wildcats, winning Class 3A-Division II state titles in 2014 and 2015. “I’m excited about the opportunity Tatum has given me. Unbelievable facilities, great superintendent, great administration.” Keeling’s first day at Tatum will be January 27th. He takes over an Eagle program that went 8-3 in 2021. His option offense will be coming with him. ““That is my offense so yes, we will be running that,” Keeling confirmed. “It’s a new chapter in my life and I’m excited to be a Tatum Eagle.” What this tells me is that whoever wrote this reads Smoaky lol.... Gonna be interesting to see how the people of Tatum America respond to the run-based look.... I'm all for it. I've seen what it can do with athletes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle8 Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 2 hours ago, Eagleborn said: What this tells me is that whoever wrote this reads Smoaky lol.... Gonna be interesting to see how the people of Tatum America respond to the run-based look.... I'm all for it. I've seen what it can do with athletes. I'm on board. Norris is gonna be a good back for the flex. We graduate basically every receiver except Redwine......who knows.....he might be a FB or RB/Wing in the Flex when Keeling sees him. Let's Gooooo #WarEagles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevyman Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 Congrats fellas, looking forward to seeing you guys put it on display with that skill. @Eagleborn @Eagle8 @Tatum_DirtyBird 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tiger03lb Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 7 hours ago, Eagleborn said: What this tells me is that whoever wrote this reads Smoaky lol.... Gonna be interesting to see how the people of Tatum America respond to the run-based look.... I'm all for it. I've seen what it can do with athletes. How/what are the reactions of the folks at tatum taking the new offensive scheme? It'll be different seeing Tatum in that for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tatum_DirtyBird Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 3 minutes ago, Tiger03lb said: How/what are the reactions of the folks at tatum taking the new offensive scheme? It'll be different seeing Tatum in that for sure. People I know personally are fine with it, just want to win. I haven’t talked to anyone yet that is upset about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. P Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 8 hours ago, Eagleborn said: What this tells me is that whoever wrote this reads Smoaky lol.... C'mon man, you of all people know that all the local sports guys read Smoaky. Some of 'em actually post occasionally. But they all lurk here. Every blessed one of 'em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. P Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 55 minutes ago, Tatum_DirtyBird said: People I know personally are fine with it, just want to win. I haven’t talked to anyone yet that is upset about it. Yeah, I don't understand the concern about the Flexbone. This ain't like college kids trying to make the jump to the pros. College recruiters look at measurables as well as on-field results. If Tatum has a D-1 caliber passer or receiver, they'll show out at camps. And I'm pretty sure Keeling can figure out a way to get the ball in their hands enough for a three-minute highlight reel. It ain't exactly rocket surgery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeBerryJacket Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 1 hour ago, Tatum_DirtyBird said: People I know personally are fine with it, just want to win. I haven’t talked to anyone yet that is upset about it. It would be different if you had a bum like me come in and try to run it. But running it with Kubiak calling the plays and teaching it, yall should be excited. With the talent at Tatum and the coaching of Keeling, Kubiak, and Watson, the sky is the ceiling or limit or something like what Michael Jordan said. And you don't have to train a QB how to run it. You have 2 years left with a stud running the offense. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEHARDWAY Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 On 1/20/2022 at 6:18 AM, WETSU said: Very surprised Watson would join him with that. He’s got D1 potential but that offense is doing him no favors for his future. Best of luck to Tatum and all the coaches going. It does open doors to AF, Coastal Carolina, and Army. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tiger03lb Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 4 hours ago, Tatum_DirtyBird said: People I know personally are fine with it, just want to win. I haven’t talked to anyone yet that is upset about it. That's understandable, I'd think everyone would want to win wherever they go. Just takes some time to get everything going, hope everyone gives him that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tatum_DirtyBird Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 5 minutes ago, Tiger03lb said: That's understandable, I'd think everyone would want to win wherever they go. Just takes some time to get everything going, hope everyone gives him that. The biggest obstacle would be training a QB to run that offense. Fortunately the QB’s dad is supposed to be coming too with the QB so that will give us a head start on learning the new offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevyman Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 32 minutes ago, Tatum_DirtyBird said: The biggest obstacle would be training a QB to run that offense. Fortunately the QB’s dad is supposed to be coming too with the QB so that will give us a head start on learning the new offense. Going to be loving that "boring" offense now i bet?! Interested to see how re-alignment shakes out for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tatum_DirtyBird Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 54 minutes ago, chevyman said: Going to be loving that "boring" offense now i bet?! Interested to see how re-alignment shakes out for us I don’t love my job but it pays the bills so… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevyman Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 3 minutes ago, Tatum_DirtyBird said: I don’t love my job but it pays the bills so… No lie has been told here haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleborn Posted January 21, 2022 Author Share Posted January 21, 2022 1 hour ago, Tatum_DirtyBird said: I don’t love my job but it pays the bills so… You lie. Where else would pay you to draw football plays on the floor. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacket52 Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 @quickshot someone sent me this and said it looked like @Timboslice79 all jokes aside I feel bad for yal cause he even taking the Janitors from Waskom he ain’t leaving nothing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tatum_DirtyBird Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 36 minutes ago, Eagleborn said: You lie. Where else would pay you to draw football plays on the floor. Tatum coaching staff if they was smart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleborn Posted January 21, 2022 Author Share Posted January 21, 2022 1 hour ago, jacket52 said: @quickshot someone sent me this and said it looked like @Timboslice79 all jokes aside I feel bad for yal cause he even taking the Janitors from Waskom he ain’t leaving nothing. Speaking of Timbo... Anyone check in on him? Ain't been around in a while. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickshot Posted January 22, 2022 Share Posted January 22, 2022 2 hours ago, jacket52 said: @quickshot someone sent me this and said it looked like @Timboslice79 all jokes aside I feel bad for yal cause he even taking the Janitors from Waskom he ain’t leaving nothing. Lmao!! I'm a little sad.. I have a son in Jr high I wanted his group to play under him. Guess we'll see what happens next few years 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleborn Posted January 22, 2022 Author Share Posted January 22, 2022 10 minutes ago, quickshot said: Lmao!! I'm a little sad.. I have a son in Jr high I wanted his group to play under him. Guess we'll see what happens next few years How good is that group?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild74 Posted January 22, 2022 Share Posted January 22, 2022 18 minutes ago, Eagleborn said: How good is that group?? Our 8th grade was really good might even have a couple who can play varsity next year 7th grade was also fairly good. I think with Cole leaving it will open things up for the 8th grade QB a little quicker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleborn Posted January 22, 2022 Author Share Posted January 22, 2022 wrong thread lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickshot Posted January 22, 2022 Share Posted January 22, 2022 I believe jv 8th an 7th was undefeated this year? 7th might have lost 1 game can't remember 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagleborn Posted January 22, 2022 Author Share Posted January 22, 2022 3 hours ago, quickshot said: I believe jv 8th an 7th was undefeated this year? 7th might have lost 1 game can't remember Sweet... new guy will have something to work with in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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