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Each Team Gets to Ask a Question (or Two)
V-Cats and 23 others reacted to Liam McPoyle for a topic
Graham-Does our bus driver remember how to get to BSG? Union-Can we forfeit homefield advantage and just play at Mitchell? Ridgeview-Are we sure these injuries are season-ending? Grayson Co-Can we appeal to drop to .5A for the playoffs? Bland Co-How awesome is it just to be playing football? Narrows-We’re undefeated and County Champs! Is this what Heaven’s like? Giles-Is there anything more hideous than the color green? Twin Springs-Who predicted we’d be the last unbeaten team in Scott Co? Thomas Walker-Are you willing to play in Ewing? No? Then stick your cupcake joke up… Lee-Can we build a wall at the Wise Co border? Twin Valley-Can we schedule more KY teams like Phelps? JI Burton-Can we get Phelps on OUR schedule? Central-Can we just start basketball already? Also, who has the number for Phelps’ AD? Galax-Are we 100% sure we can’t get Dixon back? Hurley-Are we 100% sure we can’t get Tester back? Tazewell-Can we just win a game without all the drama? Chilhowie-Doesn't all teams have 12 coaches? Northwood-When do we get to play Castlewood? Castlewood-When do we get play Northwood? Marion-Who took Northwood off our schedule? Richlands-We play Lebanon this week, right? Lebanon-Have we mentioned how awesome our QB is? Grundy- Are we good? Are we bad? Yeah, we don’t know either. George Wythe- See “Grundy” Rural Retreat- See “Grundy” Patrick Henry- See “Grundy” Fort Chiswell-Can we have a do-over against Tazewell? Rye Cove-Can we have a do-over against Honaker? John Battle- Can we have a do-over against Holston? Gate City-Can we have a do-over against Abingdon? Abingdon-Can we have do-over against Battle? Eastside-Can we have a do-over against Chilhowie? Holston-Who invited Honaker to the Hogoheegee? Also, can we have a do over against Narrows? Radford-What Region C heartbreak awaits us this year? Virginia High-What happened to all our talent? Pulaski Co-Forget Botty, did you see where we almost beat Princeton!?! Carroll Co- We’re 1-3 against 1A schools. Is that bad if we’re 3A? Honaker-Can anybody recommend a good hotel in Salem?24 points -
Blacksburg already forfeits to Salem for next week
bucfan64 and 15 others reacted to cityofRaven for a topic
"When life gets tough and things don't go your way, always remember, it's ok to quit." - Blacksburg High Administration16 points -
I’ve been around for 20+ years. I started swva sports.com back when I started swvaol.com which was a dial up internet device. Roughly in 2001 or so. At that time gman had the old swvafootball message board going. My idea was to bring it all under one roof at swvasports so we could have one place to visit and talk about everything year round and not 15 different pages that were dedicated to each sport. Gman liked the idea and this place was born. At some point years later I got busy with kids, life, family etc etc. and kinda faded in to the background. Gman has kept it rolling along but he’s ready for a break. Instead of closing doors here I told him I’d just come out of semi retirement and keep it rolling. So here we are. Getting ready to move it to a new server, clean up a few things, and on down the road we go. Together. gman will still be around I’m sure. not much should really change. I’ll try to do a few things to make it better. anyway … it’s all good. Enjoy.16 points
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Sarge Reed passes
GMan and 14 others reacted to 1inStripes for a topic
To me a legend in the area. Sarge was a long time assistant for Harry Fry at Gate City. In the late 70s he took over as the lead Dawg at Appalachia stepping down in 79 after a 7-3 campaign handing the keys to Tom Turner to take over. Sarge then took over the Rye Cove program in 83 and got the broke on the brink of a state title in 88. RC had defeated Jonesville at Jonesville near the end of the regular season before losing to the Dogs in a mud bowl in the region finals during the improbable run for the crew from Jonesville. Sarge stepped out of coaching after 1990 but returned to the Cove in 97. He was to be he HC but took the assistant title instead so a former player, Joe Carter could be the HC. Sarge still ran almost everything for the program for the next three years which were some of the programs winningest teams. He took over the Twin Springs program in 2003 as they were coming out of a really rough stretch. I asked him why he was heading up there. Coach told me he liked a challenge and had coached at GC and RC, he might as well mark off the last county school before he retired for good. Coach stepped down after only two seasons. He led TS to two of their programs three region final games during those two years. Coach Reed wasnt flashy. He wore the same clothes to practice everyday and its hard to tell how many miles had been put on his 80s Thunderbird. He expected you to be physical as he said he only felt like he had lost two ballgames when his teams were the most physical one on the field. The playbook wasn't super deep on either side of the ball but like the nickname "Sarge" practice was drilled like military over and over to run things to perfection. He commanded respect but showed his "bigguns" a lot of love over the years. RIP to a SWVA coaching legend in my book.15 points -
Richlands
rvtne216 and 13 others reacted to BandanaVTDavis4321 for a topic
Well, his first name is Robert, but he goes by Bobby. He likes to hitchhike with Janis Joplin in the Southern Louisiana area.14 points -
To All You Guys Suiting Up For The Last Time Tonight
Hokie Bound and 12 others reacted to 60minuteMan for a topic
Big shout out of appreciation. You've given this old high school football junkie another great season. To the hand full of you I actually know, and the hundreds of you I've got to watch this year, Thank you. Although this probably wasn't the championship season you had hoped for, these will still be remembered as some of the best times of your life. Your dedication and hard work is truly admired. Play with Pride tonight, and give it all you got, 1 more time.13 points -
The Backyard Brawl Richlands @ Tazewell
rvtne216 and 11 others reacted to cityofRaven for a topic
Folks, I have the pleasure of being around a few athletics programs due to my profession and I see an alarming trend going on locally in the aspect of discipline. Programs that used to have depth and stability no longer have that and are grasping at straws in regard to talent. If you hold some of these young men accountable, they will leave the program and never return. Sometimes that will snowball to other players leaving, "Come on man, we don't have to put up with this." With the lack of numbers, I see coaches afraid to be tough to make players better men because they are scared that their numbers will dwindle or at worst their parents will go and cry to an administrator who will back the parent regardless of the situation just to please. It's not what it used to be and let's not be too fast to blame the kids because a lot of this starts at home. Just my observation...12 points -
SWVASports.com is coming to an end…
Plywood_King and 11 others reacted to Lance for a topic
It’s not the end, I’m going to keep the lights on. No worries.12 points -
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Best HS Football Game Coverage in SWVA
cityofRaven and 9 others reacted to EH31 for a topic
Anything Tim Hayes writes for the Bristol Herald Courier will be at the top of any list.10 points -
New Head Coach at Richlands
appyvol and 8 others reacted to Liam McPoyle for a topic
SUGGESTED, SPECTULATED AND RUMORED NAMES OF RICHLANDS' NEXT COACH Current/Former Coaches with SWVA ties Aaron Lowe Brannon Breeding Chris Akers Craig Plymal AKA” Graig” Plymal Dennis Vaught AKA Dennis “Vault” Dwayne Stanley Freddie Simon Fritz Simon Gary Collier Greg Mance Jack Ginn Jack Turner Jimmy McGee Keener Fry Keith Warner Mark Dixon Mike Compton Mike Rhodes Monty Chipman Ronnie Davis School Board Supervisor of Secondary Education Shane Wicks Snake Palmer Thad Wells, Blacksburg, Mooresville, Richlands, UVA, Lakewood Christian Todd Tiller Tommy "Runs Like A Deer" Crigger Current/Former Coaches Outside Area Robert Casto (Riverheads) College/NFL Coaches Bill Belichick Jim Harbaugh Jimbo Fisher Justin Fuente SWVA Sports members Ryan4VT SwvaOG The Mayor Actors/Fictional Coaches/TV Movie Characters Bud Kilmer, West Canaan Coyotes , Varsity Blues Rick Vice, Pullham Univ. Blue Cocks, Division III Coach Klien, SCLSU Mud Dogs , The Water Boy Billy Bob Thorton as Gary Gaines, Permian Panthers, FNL, Karl Childers, Sling Blade John Crist, Unknown team, Brutally Honest Coach Ricky Bobby Ghostly Visages and Holograms from Sorcerers or Meth Heads Ernie Hicks Undisclosed An Unnamed SWD Coach A familiar name with Blues ties A former player from one of the state championship teams Someone across Davis Mountain Suggested Hires One of the M7 coaches looking to move up One of the Buchanan Co coaches looking for a job due to consolidation Someone outside the area Someone with football knowledge and a proven record Any of the “experts” on Facebook One of the current assistants One of the current assistants’ daddy Miscellaneous/Other Anyone enticed by the Mayor's empty, never been flooded trailer in the bottom within walking distance of not one, but two Dollar Generals9 points -
New Head Coach at Richlands
V-Cats and 8 others reacted to cityofRaven for a topic
I was lying awake the other night about to apply for this job then I realized, half the people on this board bitch about my broadcasting, I can only imagine the criticism I'd get if I were to get the coaching job. I think I'll stay in the booth 😘9 points -
The Backyard Brawl Richlands @ Tazewell
Graham32 and 8 others reacted to Gridiron60 for a topic
Get those boys a couch then! 😂9 points -
Ready for Football
Bluefield researcher and 7 others reacted to Mountain Football for a topic
Thats because you have been watching Tazewell football all these years.😂 *I'm just picking but couldn't pass it up lol8 points -
Ready for Football
Jags52 and 7 others reacted to Liam McPoyle for a topic
SWVA SOCCER RECIPE Ingredients: 1-22 Unskilled and overly aggressive players 2 Woefully ignorant, yet vocal fan bases 1-2 Obnoxious coaching staffs 1-3 Incompetent officials Instructions: Mix thoroughly and place both fan bases on the same side of the field for 90 minutes. Watch from a safe distance and ENJOY!8 points -
What say you?
SWVAgridiron and 7 others reacted to Liam McPoyle for a topic
1. Game of the year: VA High at Jenkins 2. Play of the year: Any of Marion's 8 passes 3. Best Uniforms: Mount View's Brown, Mustard Yellow, and Anthracite 4. Best Stadium:Grayson Co-New plastic grass and Food City Tailgatin' 5. Best home field advantage: Graham at Bullitt Park 6. Best concession stand and why: Rye Cove-Soup Beans and Cornbread! 7. Nickname of The Year- Jeff Tarter, "Captain" RMS RHS Titanic 8. Can't catch a break (bad luck program): Council Cobras, winless since '92 9. Best Helmet-Hurley, 'cause they don't give two sh!ts about your feelings 10. POY in SWVA-Landen Clark, though I hear good things about Lebanon's QB8 points -
Possible transfers next year.
Tru Blue72 and 7 others reacted to SwvaOG for a topic
I've stated my take on this before. I used to be a "stick it out" hardliner; however, after going through my eldest's high school years/experience, I've change my views substantially. There is a fine line here, though. Parents need to understand that there are absolutely coaches/staffs, etc. that are going to be influenced by nepotism, status and favors in determining playing time and positional choices. There are "hook-ups" and good-ole boy clubs, more so here than any other place I've been. Not all of them and not even most of them, but damn sure some of them. Look no further than Union.....the kid couldn't start at QB at a traditionally run-heavy offense at a 2A school but transfers to a 5A school that has modern passing concepts. Hmmmm.......that's a great move for the kid. Parents must have a realistic assessment of their child's talent. This is where we lose most of the parents. They think their child is D-1 material but have never seen a true D-1 athlete up close. Parents need to understand the impact of their child's positional choice and evaluate if their physical characteristics are capable of that position choice. If your kid is 6'3", 210 and runs a 4.8 40, he isn't a next level WR, he is a TE waiting to happen. Another issue is sometimes your local high school's offensive/defensive philosophy won't allow your child opportunities to shine. This is a valid concern. The talented QB or WR that languishes in a Wing-T offense is hurting their ability to make an impact. I absolutely would relocate my kid if that was the situation. Another thing is sometimes kids want to transfer to a program that is more committed to improving and winning and player development. The good and competitive kids want to win and be in a winning environment. Can't blame them. Now, there are definitely reasons NOT to transfer and not being able to take criticism or compete for starting position are a few of them. This seems to be what most of the board members assumes are the issues in most cases. I don't disagree; however, there are damn sure valid reasons for kids to relocate. There are a lot of talented kids that should have had their college degree paid for or, at least, greatly subsidized through football but stayed in detrimental situations. "But, what about the team?" Good question, so let's ask some of the coaches that. Coach, what about the team? Why did you not start the more talented kid? Most of the time there are good answers; however, sometimes there aren't. So, if you would leave your current job for a better opportunity or more money, can you blame a kid for basically doing the same?8 points -
Rye Cove young man
rvtne216 and 7 others reacted to 1inStripes for a topic
Got word from his mom this morning. Broken rib. Lots of precautions were taken. He wanted to keep playing but when he left I was hoping it was just a bad stinger. Really wasn’t expecting a rib injury at all.8 points -
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AFTER THE WHISTLE WILL BE BACK FOR IT'S 6TH SEASON BEGINNING NEXT WEEK WITH EPISODE 1 We did record an episode this week but due to technical difficulties or "testical difficulties" as Crigger called it, we were unable to salvage the entire episode. We will be uploading clips of our BDD, CUMBERLAND, HOGO, M7 AND SWD Pre-season Preview next week as we were able to salvage some of that footage. SEE YA NEXT WEEK!!8 points
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Head Coach Availability
-oo- and 7 others reacted to cityofRaven for a topic
I've seen him coach multiple games and never have I seen a penis make an appearance.8 points -
Two huge passings this week
Mountain Football and 6 others reacted to cityofRaven for a topic
Grim news this morning seeing that prolific kicking coach Doug Blevins has passed. Heard they found cancer on him too late. He is the second coaching legend with local ties to pass this week. Tony Colobro passed earlier this week as well. Coach Colobro had his hand on a number of programs, both high school and collegiate and was a tremendous man. RIP to these two great men.7 points -
Kudos to the Va High kids for not backing down. Listening to these announcers try to validate what JM is doing is sickening. They, and the VHSL, should be ashamed of themselves for doing what they're doing. That wasn't a true 2A championship game that was just played.7 points
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Taylor stepping down at Lebanon
honestjohn and 6 others reacted to Hokiebird7 for a topic
History of getting his players hurt? Seriously? Exactly how did the guy have the power to get someone hurt? Much less numerous people? Sounds like a bunch of spoiled babies to me7 points -
Christmas
Hokie Bound and 6 others reacted to Tru Blue72 for a topic
Want to wish everyone who participates on this board a very wonderful and blessed Christmas. Hope everyone has a happy New Year and enjoys time with your family and friends. May God Bless us One and All and next year be a brighter and exciting year for each team we support.7 points -
New Head Coach at Richlands
redtiger and 6 others reacted to Liam McPoyle for a topic
No VHSL school should be held to a higher standard than Liberty Christian, including rules pertaining to transfers and recruitment.7 points -
Galax vs Essex
BandanaVTDavis4321 and 6 others reacted to Optimal62 for a topic
The Galax fans after winning by two safeties and a last second field goal that boinked across the crossbar.7 points -
Riverheads vs Radford
redtiger and 6 others reacted to Liam McPoyle for a topic
WHO IS THE SECOND BEST TEAM IN 2A? FACTORS CONSIDERED *** --Marion scored 22 points on Va High, while Graham scored only 20 --Marion scored 40 points against Lebanon in game shortened for weather at 4:20 in the 3Q. A proportional calculation results in Marion scoring 60 points on the Pioneers over 4 quarters, while Graham scored only 59. --Radford defeats both Graham and Riverheads CONCLUSIONS: Marion>Graham Radford>Graham Radford>Riverheads Therefore, Radford and Marion>Graham and Riverheads SECOND BEST TEAM IN 2A: Marion Scarlet Hurricanes ***Any other factors that contradict this assertion, I have personally deemed irrelevant or inconsequential including head-to-head, outcomes of common opponents, W-L records, margin of victory, strength of schedule, computer rankings, and common sense.7 points -
I think we can now put to bed all that talk about how much better Union and Graham are than Radford and Glenvar because from what Ive seen, those 2 schools would finish 4th and 5th respectively in the Three Rivers District.7 points
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What’s the update on the IF count after that Radford score?7 points
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If if if if does Radford get any of those if’s or are they all reserved for graham?7 points
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I see we’re back to picking on poor Will again!?!?!7 points
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Riverheads 2A title odds ?
JDHoss and 6 others reacted to Real Sasquatch for a topic
I give them a 1 in 8 chance.7 points -
Despite criticism, under Harris, Tazewell has really developed a culture of hard working kids. I don’t know them personally, but they seem like good kids and community support has grown steadily. Regardless of the outcome on Saturday, they deserve applause.7 points
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Blacksburg already forfeits to Salem for next week
V-Cats and 6 others reacted to BandanaVTDavis4321 for a topic
Speaking of cancels.....John Marshall, yes, that John Marshall, just canceled on Riverheads for game 10 due to lack of players. Evidently, they only had 3 point guards, 2 shooting guards, 3 power forwards, and 2 centers available to suit up.7 points -
Princeton Tigers, Greenbrier East and "Stalls"
Wolf1207 and 6 others reacted to Liam McPoyle for a topic
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Last ten years
Gridiron60 and 6 others reacted to BandanaVTDavis4321 for a topic
Hey guys, are there still any thoughts on how this WW 2 thing is gonna shake out?7 points -
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Tazewell at Marion
CPF and 6 others reacted to Liam McPoyle for a topic
It's almost worth throwing the game just to keep it out of your trophy case.7 points -
Battle @ Central
VFL and 6 others reacted to onewarrior2 for a topic
I love and respect each and every one of you to be honest. I’ve tried and tried to get mine to go else where because of the reasons stated in this thread but he wanted to remain with his friends. Hate that the actions of a few make everyone look like asshats, not all of us are tards, just there supporting our kids like you all are.7 points -
Week 5 Scores/Updates
BoBob and 6 others reacted to SWVAgridiron for a topic
I will take the train horn to Honaker. Just ask Appomattox. We will travel to the west coast if needed over someone that disrespects the horn 😂7 points -
Each Team Gets to Ask a Question (or Two)
Liam McPoyle and 6 others reacted to redtiger for a topic
Dodging, doubt that. More like avoiding a date with the ugly but sweet girl in class, "uh, let me see what im doing that Friday night and ill get back to you"7 points -
Union/Graham
Liam McPoyle and 6 others reacted to Union_Fan for a topic
Turner and Palmer discussed this. It was decided to rest him another week in exchange for an official Union backpack complete with "stuff" and 4 extra baggage, er...I mean 4 awesome assistant Union coaches to be named later. Lol7 points -
The Backyard Brawl Richlands @ Tazewell
Cousin_Hoyt and 6 others reacted to Plywood_King for a topic
As a Marion fan, I can relate to Richlands. Ever since NAFTA and American Furniture shut down, we've had a hard time keeping quality couches down here.7 points -
Week 1 Updates
Union_Fan and 6 others reacted to BandanaVTDavis4321 for a topic
Woodstock stuns Riverheads. Scores in final 10 seconds and goes for 2 and converts. Final. Central 8, Riverheads 7.7 points -
I heard they canceled it since most of their players had already scrimmaged Greenbrier East that day….7 points
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2023 scrims/jams/bg's
Bigrhsfan and 6 others reacted to Deleted Account for a topic
Or maybe…just maybe…he figured out that (1) he could draw full VRS while (2) teaching gut HS classes and coaching football while (3) living 20 minutes from the ocean and (4) being within 30 minutes of several world-renowned golf courses. You show me a soul alive that wouldn’t make that trade in a heartbeat, and I’ll show you a liar. Mance wasn’t scared of Palmer. If he were scared of challenges, he wouldn’t have gone to Loris, which was a doormat before him and now is competitive.7 points -
New SWVA football signees
Hokie Bound and 6 others reacted to Gmen2021 for a topic
Today at GHS- Senior WR/ CB Braden Watkins signs with Emory and Henry Football and Senior LB Gage Sawyers signed with Old Dominion University. both were All SW District , All Region and All State first teamers. That is now 4 players off the 2022 state champs going to play at the next level.7 points