Betsy Layne 2011

foxbatone · 03-07-2011, 09:26 PM

They can win 9 out of 10 this year, but it will not be easy.

eastside207 · 03-08-2011, 12:05 AM

MVP2 Wrote:I was impressed with the job Parsons did this past season, losing Martin will be a big blow but I hope for another good season for the Bobcats in 2011.

parson did a good job,wont be that hard to replace a pitch right,pitch left man lol.

Little Man · 03-08-2011, 07:33 AM

They might win 8 or 9 depending on how hard they work and how the play against the district teams.

**#1 Blackcat Fan** · 03-08-2011, 09:14 AM

foxbatone Wrote:They can win 9 out of 10 this year, but it will not be easy.

:please::getwell::what:

sportscritic · 03-08-2011, 09:02 PM

Their is nothing wrong with building a team up is it blackcat.

foxbatone · 03-09-2011, 02:33 AM

#1 Blackcat Fan Wrote::please::getwell::what:

LOL, I understand what your saying, but I am a man can believe in the impossible and they beening Betsy Layne has a chance, be it small, they do.

Little Man · 03-09-2011, 09:30 AM

Their district is tough they may one maybe two probally not the rest of the games they probally will win 6 out of 7. So a 7-3 or 8-2 at best but they play a weak schedule other than their district.

**#1 Blackcat Fan** · 03-09-2011, 01:48 PM

sportscritic Wrote:Their is nothing wrong with building a team up is it blackcat.

Nothing at all sportscritic. I'm just being realistic, but i understand what your saying.

**#1 Blackcat Fan** · 03-09-2011, 02:14 PM

I looked back on this thread at a rough schedule someone posted. That schedule i could see 7 maximum wins. Nothing toward these non district schools, but why not schedule tougher games for your non district schedule to get your team more prepared for the playoffs. Then maybe you dont lose on your home field to a team thats not won a playoff game in over 20 years. No offense intended to anyone just stating facts.
What good is a 7 win season when those teams you beat won a combined 13 games. Thats assuming Burch didnt have a win which i dont think they did, possibly 1.
I'm sorry but to me thats not helping your team. I could understand 1 or 2 of these games to build confidence, but 7 weak games????

tebow · 03-09-2011, 10:02 PM

Blackcat your ignorance is showing. Burch won 4 games. Also Betsy Layne has played a "rough schedule or something for the past 30 years. I mean, they have only three win seasons in their entire football history. I say lets try to win as much as possible. If you are building a house you put a foundation, you dont expect to have it built in a week do you?

One other thing, quit hating, its alright. I know its hurts when they are success on the hill. That means the bobcats will be able to keep all of "their" kids.

One other note, Lako Daniels and Blake Rose are going to be beast in high school.

sportscritic · 03-09-2011, 10:04 PM

I know P-Burg playing a rough schedule as really them win all those State Titles, oh wait

Go Eagles · 03-10-2011, 06:18 AM

I think what BlackCat is trying to get at is now you have your athletes in place...a few wins under your belt...press on and up the competition level at little. Instead of playing all cupcakes in non district play...play up a little to a couple 500 level teams or better teams.

Go Eagles · 03-10-2011, 06:19 AM

sportscritic Wrote:I know P-Burg playing a rough schedule as really them win all those State Titles, oh wait

You are comparing apples to oranges.

tebow · 03-10-2011, 08:24 AM

I understand Eagle, but Betsy Layne will never have a cup cake game. I think if they can get above 500 this year, then maybe a few different teams would be a little better.

**#1 Blackcat Fan** · 03-10-2011, 08:25 AM

tebow Wrote:Blackcat your ignorance is showing. Burch won 4 games. Also Betsy Layne has played a "rough schedule or something for the past 30 years. I mean, they have only three win seasons in their entire football history. I say lets try to win as much as possible. If you are building a house you put a foundation, you dont expect to have it built in a week do you?

One other thing, quit hating, its alright. I know its hurts when they are success on the hill. That means the bobcats will be able to keep all of "their" kids.

One other note, Lako Daniels and Blake Rose are going to be beast in high school.

As i stated Tebow, i didnt know Burch's win loss record. Next there's no hating only suggestions to better the program. I've not known Betsy Layne to have a rough schedule, it speaks for itself. Finally to better clarify myself read Go Eagles post after yours.
And as far as the ignorance comment, stop looking in the mirror when typing.

Little Man · 03-10-2011, 08:48 AM

Betsy Layne has never been a powerhouse football program. Like prestonsburg and others. Betsy Layne will be very young next with only 4 seniors. Two of those players has started the past three years and one did last year and the fourth guy come out last year. So with a young team and a soph. qb why schedule games you can not compete in. After a year or two when they get some experince then they should start to up there schedule.

**#1 Blackcat Fan** · 03-10-2011, 11:13 AM

Little Man Wrote:Betsy Layne has never been a powerhouse football program. Like prestonsburg and others. Betsy Layne will be very young next with only 4 seniors. Two of those players has started the past three years and one did last year and the fourth guy come out last year. So with a young team and a soph. qb why schedule games you can not compete in. After a year or two when they get some experince then they should start to up there schedule.

IMO, that is why you up the schedule. Get these young guys use to the competition & by the time they are juniors and seniors you will see a big difference in there play.
Dont know about P'burg being a powerhouse, but 18 District Championships, 10 Regional Championships, 10 State Semi Finals, and 2 State Runner ups does but them in a different category. Not to mention they have produced 2 NFL players.
Once again not hating on you guys. Look at my post for the basketball program at Betsy Layne. I'm always rooting for those guys because of the schedule & talent they have each year. Just simply saying maybe if the football program would toughen up the schedule they could get to the level they want to be at a lot sooner.

Go Eagles · 03-10-2011, 04:46 PM

#1 Blackcat Fan Wrote:IMO, that is why you up the schedule. Get these young guys use to the competition & by the time they are juniors and seniors you will see a big difference in there play.
Dont know about P'burg being a powerhouse, but 18 District Championships, 10 Regional Championships, 10 State Semi Finals, and 2 State Runner ups does but them in a different category. Not to mention they have produced 2 NFL players.
Once again not hating on you guys. Look at my post for the basketball program at Betsy Layne. I'm always rooting for those guys because of the schedule & talent they have each year. Just simply saying maybe if the football program would toughen up the schedule they could get to the level they want to be at a lot sooner.

I concur!

tebow · 03-10-2011, 06:47 PM

I think if either of you are heading the program, you would take the same steps to build a program as BL has been doing. I think Pburg has a great program and staff. I would never knock them if you would actually speak positive about the program. I mean, Coach Derossett was at BL and he took them out of district and produced one above 500 record. To get kids out you must win games. Why play tough teams and get them beat to death like the past 20 years. I think BL will have a tough schedule.

BL plays pburg (top 5 team in 2A next year)
plays Leslie County (prolly a top 10 team in 2A next year)
Paintsville is getting better and they are playing in the apple bowl. So that will be a tough opponent.
Allen Central will be a solid contender against pikeville next year. They return nearly everyone.
Shelby Valley will be pretty good, because they are returning so many seniors.
BL might not be playing tough schedule as Pburg but they are not walks in the park.

5 years ago BL was the laughing stock of the state. They have came a very long way!!

**#1 Blackcat Fan** · 03-11-2011, 02:17 PM

tebow Wrote:I think if either of you are heading the program, you would take the same steps to build a program as BL has been doing. I think Pburg has a great program and staff. I would never knock them if you would actually speak positive about the program. I mean, Coach Derossett was at BL and he took them out of district and produced one above 500 record. To get kids out you must win games. Why play tough teams and get them beat to death like the past 20 years. I think BL will have a tough schedule.

BL plays pburg (top 5 team in 2A next year)
plays Leslie County (prolly a top 10 team in 2A next year)
Paintsville is getting better and they are playing in the apple bowl. So that will be a tough opponent.
Allen Central will be a solid contender against pikeville next year. They return nearly everyone.
Shelby Valley will be pretty good, because they are returning so many seniors.
BL might not be playing tough schedule as Pburg but they are not walks in the park.

5 years ago BL was the laughing stock of the state. They have came a very long way!!

Tebow, yes Betsy Layne is in a lot tougher district this year. All of those games will be tough for them. I was talking about the non-district schedule. Dont get me wrong, i'm not saying to add the likes of Belfry, Sheldon Clark, or Breathitt.
For example take two of the following three off the schedule Bracken, Jenkins, or Knott Co. which combined for only 2 wins last season & add a team like Raceland or Middlesboro to up the competition & build from that each year as your team progresses. The better the competition the better your team will progress through out the season & prepare them for the playoffs. Please once again i'm not talking your team down i'm simply giving my opinion on what will make them better.

excyter21 · 03-11-2011, 05:40 PM

#1 Blackcat Fan Wrote:Tebow, yes Betsy Layne is in a lot tougher district this year. All of those games will be tough for them. I was talking about the non-district schedule. Dont get me wrong, i'm not saying to add the likes of Belfry, Sheldon Clark, or Breathitt.
For example take two of the following three off the schedule Bracken, Jenkins, or Knott Co. which combined for only 2 wins last season & add a team like Raceland or Middlesboro to up the competition & build from that each year as your team progresses. The better the competition the better your team will progress through out the season & prepare them for the playoffs. Please once again i'm not talking your team down i'm simply giving my opinion on what will make them better.

I agree!

tebow · 03-11-2011, 06:07 PM

Excyter, what are you agreeing for? Pikeville dropped Pburg, when Pburg wanted to play the game. Why drop a team that is MORE COMPETITIVE!!!

FREE AGENT · 03-11-2011, 10:21 PM

Coaching against them the past 2 years i can tell you they are a very competitive team. I think Coach Parsons has done a really good job putting a foundation down for this team. Scheduling northern kentucky teams is a good step at being competitive in their district. Good Luck next year from nky.

foxbatone · 03-11-2011, 10:52 PM

#1 Blackcat Fan Wrote:Tebow, yes Betsy Layne is in a lot tougher district this year. All of those games will be tough for them. I was talking about the non-district schedule. Dont get me wrong, i'm not saying to add the likes of Belfry, Sheldon Clark, or Breathitt.
For example take two of the following three off the schedule Bracken, Jenkins, or Knott Co. which combined for only 2 wins last season & add a team like Raceland or Middlesboro to up the competition & build from that each year as your team progresses. The better the competition the better your team will progress through out the season & prepare them for the playoffs. Please once again i'm not talking your team down i'm simply giving my opinion on what will make them better.

I see why you think the way you do 1 Blackcat Fan, but teams like Raceland and Middlesboro have a history of winning, in most years they would give P-burg problems. Betsy Layne is not at the level yet, they need to put as many wins together as possible, even over weak teams. 7-4 is a good year, but they need two or three more 7-4 seasons together to build a program that epecting to win every year. Believe it or not P-burg, Sheldon Clark and Breathitt Co. had to find easy teams to beat to get there fan base going and that is what Betsy Layne is got to do as well.

Has Been · 03-12-2011, 08:05 PM

So are you saying it will make a team more competitive at the end of the year by playing a team such as middlesboro and get beat 30 rather than play a team you can beat to improve your record to try to make your program more appealing to the kids that you are losing?

excyter21 · 03-13-2011, 12:18 PM

tebow Wrote:Excyter, what are you agreeing for? Pikeville dropped Pburg, when Pburg wanted to play the game. Why drop a team that is MORE COMPETITIVE!!!

I agree because it helps in the end! It helped Pikeville this past year. We started out very slow and came on strong in the end.

From my understanding we didnt drop Pburg, they couldnt get a date set because of scheduling. Kept Belfry and Sheldon Clark, and Picked up Raceland and Harrison County as well as a couple more. I was very close to BL and coached these kids for several years, so I think I know a thing or two about the program and they are headed for great things! They have some great talent on the hill...I KNOW! But too compete in the playoffs youve got to be accustomed to the tougher games during the season! Playing Belfry, SC and PBurg helped Pikeville! Regardless of whether Pville and Pburg play this yr or not they will be ready when it counts by playing the upper grade teams!
When I was at BL this is one of the things Red and I discussed on several occasions!

tebow · 03-13-2011, 01:13 PM

I do understand where you come from, Excyter. I think talent is getting better at the hill. I also think you helped along with Spencer, Hamilton and Watkins. The thing is, it takes time to build a house, dont go out and buy something that when one storm happens, we have to start back from the ground up. Since Pikeville won state, they have fed off that and has become a great program year in and year out. Prestonsburg is the same way. The staff at the high school has been together for the past five years and are doing better each year. I am excited about the BL program and have a great foundation built.

I dont think people understand, 10 years ago, BL was very close to shutting the program down. Now we are getting more competitive each year.

Go Eagles · 03-13-2011, 05:50 PM

I see your points very valid...but I still think they need to up the competition a lil bit...I would love to see that program to succeed more then anyone else...good luck to the bobcats!

eastside207 · 03-15-2011, 01:26 AM

excyter why even bother? you took your kid and skipped on the same players you say you were close to, the program could have used you and chase but when you didnt get your way you ran away in the middle of the year.leaving the team. why even post? .

**nky** · 03-15-2011, 08:36 AM

FREE AGENT Wrote:Coaching against them the past 2 years i can tell you they are a very competitive team. I think Coach Parsons has done a really good job putting a foundation down for this team. Scheduling northern kentucky teams is a good step at being competitive in their district. Good Luck next year from nky.

Welcome aboard
What Northern Kentucky team have they scheduled? I know their not playing Brossart