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Union can run it and stop the run. Meanwhile, their pass defense and to a lesser extent pass offense leaves a lot to be desired. Overall, it was better than I expected; the one thing that has to be fixed is the inability to hold onto the football. Union had way too many fumbles. I still think they win six or seven games and finish in the top two of the LPD. I look forward to next week and hope that Smith can play, he missed this week with a knee injury which long term may be a good thing as long as he's healthy in the long run. Davis looked good and Barker is Barker, also good to see Orr back playing.
Overall grade from me: C+
For next week, hold onto the ball, improve tackling, and figure out a way to be at least below average on pass defense.
Fine footage as always, btw. I thought that was you in front of me but, I wasn't sure; I'll stop by and say hey next time.
Yeah, feel free and say hey any time! I have to agree with your analysis. Things didn't go their way in this scrimmage, but I look for them to improve and become a solid team later this year. They've got a tough schedule ahead of them, so that's a must.
whatd the score end up being?
and nice GO VIKES i heard in there ;)
Since it was a scrimmage they weren't using the scoreboard, but when I left Tennessee High had scored six touchdowns and Union had scored none.Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnDeere
from what l see, Union is going to be deep at the runnign back spot. Barker is a mule and Davis can move, but those two second string boys looked dang tough too (number 76 and 15). Passing needs some work on both d and o but thatll come with time. I dont see anyone blowing them off the field this year not even richlands. The rush D is tougher than i was expecting but the D backs need to stick on recievers a little better. Over all in that performance I'll have to give em a B-
That's not a good sign with everyone that THS lost last year.Quote:
Originally Posted by SWVA-Football
Several TD's were scored against the second and third teams who appeared to be getting introduced to the forward pass. Yes, it was really was that bad; it got to the point they were just running streaks down the middle of the field and multiple receivers were open by 10 yards.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ironlung
Lung, I agree though; you have to do better than that. The only reason I gave them a C+ is because I can never remember winning a scrimmage or even looking good over there, that includes the period from 03-06 when we were actually competitive at the region/state level.
Well I guess they've had an extra week of practice in Tn haven't they? That would make some difference this early.
Nice vid
looks like Union is gonna be in trouble.
Honistly I thought that they looked pretty good (The Run D looked good and I think the Pass D will get better (You don't game plan for a controlled scrimmage and it is tough to defend the spread with a base D)Quote:
Originally Posted by gchs_devils
Offence looks good personnel wise but the OLine needs work of they are going to be a dominat team (granted the THS D Line MAY have just been awesome but I do not think anyone knows at this point)
from what i seen in that video 1st string vs 1st string they looked pretty good to me. Even in powell valley's state champ years (Which they beat gatecity each year that they won state) they never dominated a scrimmage neither did appy. the plan is to run a very vanilla game plan and see how the kids look fundamentally. they look like they are gonna win the lpd and make a good run in the playoffs with this new playoff system.
You must have seen Appy play someone other than the scrimmages I saw in the state years.Quote:
Originally Posted by UnIoNfAn
1. pass to #29Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnDeere
2 Michael Fersner on a jet sweep
3. pass to #21
4. pass to #34
5. pass to #19
6 pass to Adrian Lavergne
THS scored six touchdowns before the scrimmage concluded and they turned around on a couple of drives. If #21 and #34 are on the second team, hopefully they'll be rotated in on the 1st string. Too much speed to not use them. #2 for Union looked good when he was able to get past the line. A couple of numbers mentioned on the other page also impressed me.
A question left unanswered for me is the THS secondary. Union didn't throw enough to get an accurate picture. THS also appeared to half difficulty running between the tackles. That may be because the heaviest back is only 150. This offense will probably be most effective running on the edge or throwing. Get several of those fast players in open space and they're a threat to score every time. The defense gang tackled on almost every play. Aside from the question about the secondary, I think a team that would give THS fits would probably be one with a big line and physical players; a team that will try to pound it down their throat.
Both teams should be fine when the season begins. Rarely see any of the teams that Union plays (except Virginia High once a year). I did see some Lee coaches heading into the Stone Castle to scout Union.
I was really impressed with Union in this scrimmage. 1st team vs. 1st team they done well only giving up one TD while I was there with their true 1st team in. I think the only other td I saw against Unions 1st team was really a mixture of 1s and 2s. Union will lay a rude awakening on anyone that takes them lightly.
Union definately seemed to be struggling at the defensive secondaries. They seem to have a nice run game when they are able to break through the gaps. I was impressed with #11 running the ball for Union. The video only shows him carry the ball three times and he must have had 30+ yards. #2 broke away for a nice carry also. Good luck Bears.