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LETS GET READY TO RUMBLEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!

The BLUES need to stay focused and take it one game at a time. Winning on the road means great execution and no turnovers!!!

What is your take on the RLEE v. Hburg game?

My proudest moment came Sunday Night: Colts v. Patriots:

Big D snapped this one just before halftime:

It was too late...she done got a free shot!!!!

I came right out of the cheap seats...nothing on but a grin!!!

So good to hear from you too, son. How are the election results coming along in downtown Raven??

Bill Gates could not touch my tax bracket!!! Maybe SALTSHAKER, but not Gates!!

Howdy yall!!!! I just got back in town not long ago and figured it was time to get back on the board. My great great uncle on my step grandfather’s side of the family passed away in Texas and he left me everything he owned according to his last will and testament. So, I had to settle his estate before I left town (He made millions in the latex manufacturing business). Anyway, looks like the board is alive and well in Southwest Virginia!! I see some of my old friends still posting uneducated and uninformed nonsense especially LOBSTER, WASP1, 89TORNADO, RICHLANDS ALUM, SALTSHAKER, FATBOY, and BLUENECKNATION. But I can always rest assured that BIGD4VT will always keep and maintain the integrity of this message board. So what is the story with this GODFATHER person on the board? I am a little nervous and quite frankly concerned with the presence of a mafia in the town of Richlands. Before I left town, this place seemed peaceful and well spirited. So, moving on to Tornado Football, what is the story on the BLUES this year?? Are they still undefeated??

He is listed as backup fullback for the Virginia/Pitt game on Sept. 2nd. Check out: http://virginiasports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/082906aah.html. Keep up the hard work, Cain!!

How about the NIGGAR FAMILY skit? Absolutely hilarious!!!!

BEST SHOW ON T.V. PERIOD. The most intense show on television and it is done in real time...How cool is that?

This was an article on the UVA football board about spring practice. Looks like Cain is getting some reps at fullback this spring. Good luck, Cain...hope you see some playing time this year. Here is the link: http://www.thesabre.com/news_archive/showArticle-1956.php

I heard they will not play the game at all. Both are already in the Region tourney...no need to tire out or sufffer injury. Good call

George Brown...the game has definitely passed him by!!!

Just like you had those ten chili dogs for lucnch!! HAHAHA

The weight he gained during the offseason!!!

The Offical Name will be: TORNADO TOWELS. I hope we can make it a standard at football games next year. Maybe the football parents can have them for sale next year. They looked awesome yesterday and just proved to the rest of the state that we have the BEST FANS IN THE WORLD!!! WHAT A CROWD!!

The towels wll be handed out during pregame when the fans are in the stands.

YES. We will be handing them out during pregame!!

Thanks to several local businesses, 3000 Richlands fans will receive a "TORNADO TOWEL" for Saturday's State Championship Game. Directions for use are as follows: 1.Must be present to receive one 2. Place in right or left hand 3. Move arm in circular motion 4. Stand and yell entire game!!! Any questions please review #4. A Great Big Thank You to these people for helping give Richlands a 12th Man this Saturday: Clinch Valley Medical Center, Community Home Care Services, Dr. Joe Adair, Sayers Chiropractic, Cury's, Hurst-Scott Funeral Homes, Dr. Tom Bays, Carol Davis, Kinetix Fitness, Randy's Gateway Drug, Lindey Associates, and GASCO. Thanks again!! We should be able to hand them out during pregame warmups. Here is a sneak peak:

You were a lot nicer the last time I visited!!

I forgot to post my prediction: STORM HITS LYNCHBURG HARD Richlands 34 Turner Ashby 19 GO BLUES!!

THE BLUES ARE IN THE DIVISION 3 STATE FINALS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN SCHOOL HISTORY AND HAVE A CHANCE TO COMPLETE A PERFECT SEASON. LAST SATURDAY AFTERNOON AT "THE ERNIE," RICHLANDS SENT A MESSAGE TO THE ENTIRE STATE THAT THEY ARE THE REAL DEAL. LAST WEEK, I PRESENTED SOME ABSOLUTES AND DESIRABLES FOR THE GAME AGAINST LIBERTY, THIS WEEK LETS ALL TALK SOME STRATEGY THAT WILL HELP THE BLUES BRING HOME THE TITLE. OFFENSE: 1. Strike early!!! On Saturday, the Blues had thier best start of the season and it proved to be the difference. The offense took some energy out of Liberty with some early success and they never fully recovered because they could never stop the Richlands offense. Good starts bring instant confidence and can help ease the jitters. 2. MIX IT UP MANCE!!! I said this last week and the great balance of offensive calls kept the Liberty defense off balance all afternoon. The coaching staff definitely did their homework so I am sure this week will be no different. Utilizing Rob Stanton is something the BLUES have not been "forced" to do all season; however, Rob rose to the occasion and his mismatch gave McCracken a target all day long. 3. Utilize the turf!!! The BLUES will love playing on the carpet. Caleb will be able to chuck and jive all day. On Saturday, a wet turf neutralized Jennings at times, but on Saturday we will find that the artificial turf helps speedy players. The BLUES proved on Saturday that team speed will not be an issue at the "next level" and other teams should be aware that the BLUES have a great amount of team speed!! DEFENSE 1. MAKE A STATEMENT EARLY!!! Liberty found this out on Saturday when the BLUES pushed them back on their first two series. All of the concerns about Liberty's speed and Maryland I formation quickly became a non issue. 2. Disrupt the gameplan!! Forcing teams to abandon game plans can be a great advantage in any game. On Saturday, the BLUES forced Liberty to spread out the offense and the Liberty QB never looked comfortable the rest of the day. We need to force TA to abandon the run and put pressure on their QB to beat us with his arm. 3. BE PHYSICAL!! Show Turner Ashby just how physical Richlands can be. The BLUES pride themselves on wearing down opponents by utilizing their toughness. This Saturday will be no different and this could be the difference in the ball game. If we can keep pounding TA and win the line of scrimmage battle on both sides of the ball, the BLUES will have a very productive day. INTANGIBLES 1. SENIOR LEADERSHIP!!! Never was a statement more true than Saturday afternoon. Every senior stepped up to the plate and delivered their best performance of the season. They need to lead the team this Saturday and help the underclassmen keep their composure when and if things start going south. 2. ENJOY THE MOMENT!!! Congratulations are in order for this team and they all need to "soak up" the spotlight this week because you may never get another chance to play for a state title(I hope this is not the case!!). Enjoy the atmosphere, stay focused, execute, play defense, and hold on to the football. This simple recipe should, and I quote head coach Greg Mance when I say, "Bring this thing home!!" GOOD LUCK BLUES AND MAKE OUR COMMUNITY PROUD!!!