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Most of the time this is true but not always. Graham and Giles it is true as they have told me so.

VHSL schools are heading into year 2 of current contracts, so should be same opponents in same order, just at opposite locations.

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.

Great hire imo

However "horrible" it is, Galax is a less horrible than any class 1 team in Virginia including George Wythe. What I saw was outstanding defense by Galax.

I know Floyd Co doesn't technically fall within what is considered SWVA on the map at the top of the page, however, I feel like this is something everyone would appreciate and a coaching career that seems to have lasted forever and a tenure we might not see again for a while. 

They use Hudl Focus instead of NFHS.  Cost is usually about $8-$10 per game, depending on the school.  Some schools have monthly and yearly subscription options as well.  Film quality is 10x better than NFHS.
https://fan.hudl.com/United-States/VA/Narrows/organization/19040/Narrows-High-School/watch?s=U2NoZWR1bGVFbnRyeTIyOTUzNjU0

Longtime GW coach Donnie Pruitt has passed.
Pruitt arrived at GW in 1977 where he spent 23 years as an assistant coach for the Maroons. In 2000, he was promoted to Head Coach where he compiled a 79-24 record winning 6 Hogo Championships, 2 Region C Championships, and the 2002 1A D2 State Championship.
Coach Pruitt touched a great many lives in Wytheville, and he will surely be missed. 

One of the better players in Virginia at the Class 1 level or Class 2 level or Class 3 level is the kid from Patrick Henry-Glade Spring.  I think many (on this Board even) may not know this, but PH-Glade Spring Offensive Lineman Tyler Barrett (an upcoming Junior) already has an offer from Virginia Tech and is already listed as a 3 star before his junior year has even started.  He's garnered interest from Notre Dame and will likely get an offer from Notre Dame by the end of this season.  Mark this down.....you are going to see major offers for this kid in the next 8 months (even bigger than Virginia Tech).  
I've watched his film.  I think he ends up a high 4 (4 star).  Just my opinion only, but imo, he's big time.  As to whether he stays at PH or transfers, I don't know about that.  I have seen his tape.  He was THE BEST OFFENSIVE Lineman West of Salem, Virginia last year (as a sophomore) again....in my opinion only.  Obviously, you can see what I think about him with this post.  IMO, he's that good.  To see a 6-3/305 lb sophomore on the offensive line with those kind of feet is just something that you don't commonly see in SWVA.  We see it.....but it ain't common and it ain't often.  I suggest you watch his film.

Connor Roberts DL, Cannon Hill TE, and Brandon Beavers WR have all signed with the Wasps.  Link below shows most of the signees.
https://emoryhenry.prestosports.com/sports/fball/2022-23/NSD-2023

Tom Rife is going to be known as a legend among HS coaches now. You know every HS coach in America has wanted to do this at some point, lol.

I read the comments on Rife. I know Rife a little bit, not well, but know him distantly. I liked him the 2 times we met. I think hes a good dude. I know about the "rules" and all that BS. What about the dirtbag who went down near the bench and literally wanted and tried to start confrontation? No talk about this nitwit? The guy that did this has a reputation in that area (as I just discovered by text last night and I know the source is valid) and he's a hothead and is known to be one.
I hope the Taxewell County School Board gets this right. Suspend Rife for 3 games as he broke the rules, but understand everyone has a bad day, but the dirtbag who Started the confrontation (on purpose and with intent) should be the one banned from Tazewell County gyms for the next 1 year. That's actually the appropriate thing to do. Only my opinion, and it's easy to pile on, but I just hope people know the Other side of the story about the party involved and his history that actually causes the incident on purpose. 

Bottom line is something like this was bound to happen with the direction that fan behavior has been trending over the last couple of years.  Treatment of coaches, and officials, by fans is worse now than it has ever been in the history of hs sports.  Say whatever you want with no consequences.  Hate that it happened, and yes more is expected from school employees. But are we really surprised? HS coaches in our state are paid less than a cook at McDonald's, for a year's worth of work....plus all the ridicule that comes from fans, like last night.

Bottom line is something like this was bound to happen with the direction that fan behavior has been trending over the last couple of years.  Treatment of coaches, and officials, by fans is worse now than it has ever been in the history of hs sports.  Say whatever you want with no consequences.  Hate that it happened, and yes more is expected from school employees. But are we really surprised? HS coaches in our state are paid less than a cook at McDonald's, for a year's worth of work....plus all the ridicule that comes from fans, like last night.

Bottom line is something like this was bound to happen with the direction that fan behavior has been trending over the last couple of years.  Treatment of coaches, and officials, by fans is worse now than it has ever been in the history of hs sports.  Say whatever you want with no consequences.  Hate that it happened, and yes more is expected from school employees. But are we really surprised? HS coaches in our state are paid less than a cook at McDonald's, for a year's worth of work....plus all the ridicule that comes from fans, like last night.

Bottom line is something like this was bound to happen with the direction that fan behavior has been trending over the last couple of years.  Treatment of coaches, and officials, by fans is worse now than it has ever been in the history of hs sports.  Say whatever you want with no consequences.  Hate that it happened, and yes more is expected from school employees. But are we really surprised? HS coaches in our state are paid less than a cook at McDonald's, for a year's worth of work....plus all the ridicule that comes from fans, like last night.

Bottom line is something like this was bound to happen with the direction that fan behavior has been trending over the last couple of years.  Treatment of coaches, and officials, by fans is worse now than it has ever been in the history of hs sports.  Say whatever you want with no consequences.  Hate that it happened, and yes more is expected from school employees. But are we really surprised? HS coaches in our state are paid less than a cook at McDonald's, for a year's worth of work....plus all the ridicule that comes from fans, like last night.

You come down and talk smack to Rife, and Rife will smack the shi% out of ya! 

This is true. There is a lot of sacrifice that goes into anything with the military.  After doing a few years with Uncle Sam's Misguided Children I can certainly appreciate that. 

Connor Roberts DL, Cannon Hill TE, and Brandon Beavers WR have all signed with the Wasps.  Link below shows most of the signees.
https://emoryhenry.prestosports.com/sports/fball/2022-23/NSD-2023

That’s right. Many are now sort of the big fish in the smaller pond. Not criticizing. It is what it is, and there is no perfect system.

I don’t know how long, but GW was once Division 2 under the old system which provides some explanation, although it may or may not justify not playing.

I just think you should play where your numbers put you.

Riverheads appeals.  It's official.  Sorry man, this may not be very Christian like, and I will need to pray on this one, but that's a first class POS move in my opinion.  It's wrong, it's the act of a freakin coward, and it's the actions of either a coward or two cowards in charge of Riverheads.  You have won how many state titles in a row and have the longest winning streak in America (I think they do) and you are in a shi**y football region for Class 2 schools and have no distance issues, and your numbers are clearly, clearly in Class 2 range and with people spreading out from the political wokeism from NOVA, I-81 and the Shenandoah Valley is growing and projected to only grow.  Sorry man, just got to call it like I see it.  That's lowclass and I was one that always defended Riverheads on this board about their class and ability to compete in Class 2 (which I still believe they certainly can and would win some Class 2 titles in the last 7 years) but my respect went to ZERO.  Nothing against the kids at Riverheads who are youngsters and have no say or control in the matter and they play with class and respect, but as for the AD, school official or officials calling this shot to appeal, just a low class move, period.  Only my opinion.  Some may feel different.  As for me, you are now known and referred to as COWARD High School.  Again, absolutely nothing against the young kids, but for your leaders, COWARDS, period.  
Read this and walk away from the computer for a second and just think about this.
1.  7 or so state titles in a row (or something like that.) 
2.  Nation's longest winning streak 
3.  No travel issues regarding distance or scheduling.
4.  Located in arguably the least competitive Class 2 football region in Virginia.
5.  Cleary Class 2 numbers, and...........
You appeal to play down?  COWARDS, period.

I could be wrong and I know many will assume Riverheads will appeal to play in Class 1. I'm not sold Riverheads will appeal to stay in Class 1.