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Appreciate the faith in the G-Men RiverRat24. I believe the same, after doing some investigating on Mason they look like a good team but I honestly don't think the teams on the East play the caliber of opponents as we do on the West... I could be wrong just my opinion. I'm looking forward to making the trip to Fairfax to watch my G-Men play.. I also wish Gate City the best of luck as well, would like to see SWVA represented with 2 teams in the final four next weekend in Richmond...

It was the first game Graham has played in 3weeks not going to lie they looked rusty at times.. They will be alright once everything gets back in the swing of things. Go G-Gmen!

Coach Carlock does an excellent job with these guys, they are looking good going into Christmas break.

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Pretty remarkable what the offense has done especially going up against strong competition. Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe Graham played 4 teams this year that finished the season 9-1 (BlFD, Richlands', Abingdon, Giles). What stands out even more there was only one game this season in which they weren't in "Richlands". Back to the topic, I'm glad to see Graham putting up points and beating teams the way they are suppose to. Averaging 55 points in the MED is what they are supposed to do year in and year out, I'm glad to see that finally happening now that Palmer is there. As for the 411 points that is credited to good coaching and having playmakers with speed. Palmer and the coaching staff have done an excellent job in putting players in the correct spots/positions to make plays. My brother is a senior on this years team, I asked him before the season started where did he see this team? what were his goals? Of course he stated win a State title and all the things you expect every kid to say. But he said one thing that sticks out to me, he stated I want to be part of the Senior class that brings Graham High School & Bluefield Virginia back to relevance. I believe they have done that, I'm very proud of this team and hopefully they continue this season with a big showing this upcoming Friday at James River.

Workman from Graham has thrown for almost 1,000 yards and has 13 T/Ds with 2 ints. Has rushed for 400 yards with 5 rushing T/Ds and 1 fumble. 18 Touchdowns with only 3 turnovers pretty good numbers in my opinion.

UVAobserver- My post was definitely not directed at you, in fact I often agree with a lot of things you say on here... I'm just stressing the fact that Graham has improved and yes the record doesn't lie we are 2-5, but if we could win these next 3 and finish 5-5 Graham can be a scary playoff team. I was a senior on the 2005 team and I believe that was the last team to win 9 games, so trust me I understand what comes with wearing the garnet and gold. Lets hope we can rebound and start a little winning streak of our own this Friday.

Here is my opinion: I don't consider this years Graham team to be necessarily weak. The schedule they have faced is nothing short of brutal it's one of the hardest I have ever seen. Lets also remember that Graham is a very small 2A team probably the or one of the smallest in the state. Yet they play the likes of Bluefield, Richlands, Abingdon etc... All teams with higher enrollment. Like I said this is just my opinion but if Graham keeps Grundy on the schedule and doesn't pick up Abingdon they are sitting at 3-4 right now. I feel as if Graham has been overlooked or whatever you want to call it because of the 2-5 record. Honestly they have been in or had a chance to win every game this season except for Richlands, I will also add that I believe Richlands will compete for a state championship. Lets take a step back and look at the improvement that have been made in just one short year. 2014 Bluefield-76 / Graham-48 2015 Bluefield-28 / Graham-21 2014 Tazewell-45 / Graham-21 2015 Tazewell-14 / Graham-42 2014 Grayson-38 / Graham-27 2015 Grayson-14 / Graham-59 2014 Galax-50 / Graham-13 2015 Galax-41 / Graham- 33 These were just a few examples I could think of right off hand, not to mention scoring 47 on undefeated 3-A Abingdon and losing by 10. My point is, Graham has lost and they are 2-5 but they have lost to quality opponents. I'm not one for having sympathy on a loss but at least they aren't getting blown out and have been in almost every game, improvements have been made. As for Bland what a story, I have nothing but respect for the men across the tunnel and what a coaching job by Heart, nothing short of amazing. I just hope Graham comes in focused and takes this team seriously because they will be ready to play. Also while I'm on my rant here if you are a Graham fan and get on here or go out in public and down this team/coaching staff them shame on you. They aren't the 1989 team we all know that but have some pride about your home town team. One of my biggest honors is when someone asks me where I'm from and did I play football? I love replying back with yes I did under "Glynn Carlock" at Graham High School. Sorry for the sappy rant just tired of all the negativity but truth be known the people that say stuff never played ball and don't know what its like to play under the lights.

I believe in this case the kids actions shouldn't have resulted in getting thrown out.. jusy my opinion though

My G-Men looked good tonight! But that was such a garbage call on throwing the kid out for clapping, I'm still trying to figure that one out...

As for tonight's game I would like to see a hard fought high school football game that is injury free! Good luck to Tony Palmer and the rest of the G-Men.

Tazewel came out before the game and planted a bulldog flag at midfield and started jumping around! And ppl are going to talk abt Graham players? Moving forward I feel sorry for the kids at Tazewel having to play for Williams/Dudley! These two didn't even shake the coaches hands after the game, they walked to the locker room, you wanna talk about classless.

Graham/Beaver hands down the best game to be at this Friday night.

Nobody giving my G-Men a chance, I might be wrong but I see it being a good game and the VA side going home happy. Graham looked good against Glenvar/Gretna hopefully they carry that momentum with them Friday night.

Would like to just send up a special prayer tonight for Mike Mason the young man injured in the scrimmage. I was so excited like everyone else this evening driving to the stadium to watch some good high school football! As I left this evening I couldn't help but realize how small football truly is in the game of life. it's very sad on my behalf that it took a traumatic event like this to make me realize it! I wish all the area teams the best of luck moving forward this season and please keep Mike MONEY Mason in your prayers! He is a great kid

I mean how do you not put Graham/Beaver? Not only the biggest rivalry around this area but it ranks nationally! No other game will have 10,000 plus ppl in attendance this yr. #comeonman

I remember being a kid and watching this game! One of the best high school football games I ever witnessed, even though my g-men lost.

My take on this years Graham team & the 7/7 @ Marion. I attended the 7/7 yesterday and Graham was definitely the best team there. Graham played Tazewell first and beat them 4-touchdowns to one 1st down. Unless something drastically changes from today to the start of the season I see Tazewell/Marion really struggling. Starting from the top, coach Palmer has done an outstanding job of putting kids in the correct positions. With Workman at QB and having Izzy, Parris, Taymon, Meade, Booker as weapons, Graham will put up a lot of points. Coach Austin is over the line and this guy really knows his stuff, I feel like the line will be right come August 28th. If i'm not mistaken they should start least 3 or maybe 4 seniors up front, which is always a positive at the high school level. In my opinion the defense will be better this year as well, they only lost 3 players off of it due to graduation. I really believe the way the kids and coaches are working this could be a special season.

Dang Gate City plays a tough schedule!

Yes I love that the old helmets are back!

Housewright was a beast

Imo I would have to say A. Bradshaw the guy was unbelievable.

Thank you TCSB for making the right decision!! and you heard it hear first jump on the Graham bandwagon now because in just 5months its on i'm tellin ya!! G-MEN PRIDE!!!

Lilg's I have had enough of you, just stick to little league seems like more your pace.