[pjdoug]

Waited a year to say that! He told me after the game and he will tell it you to your face if want? Have no dog in the fight now, but call a spaid a spaid

and a spade too.

[pjdoug]

My head is telling me Belfry by 2-3 scores, but my heart says Russell in a close one. Call me a homer, but I'm running with the Devils 23-20.

the heart dont lie.or does it?nicker:

[FBALL]

Ironton is as good of a warm up to Belfry's physicality as you will find! Glad to see the Tigers starting to regain their form.

Have tremendous respect for Russell and think this is the tip of the iceberg with Maynard at the helm and the youth of their roster. One of my favorite fan bases to interact with by far. I legitimately was a fan of the 04 and 05 Russell teams. Was legitimately upset that the 05 team got the shaft by having to play Mercer because that was a bogus deal. That team never should have been in 2A.

If only you all could get rid if the FBALL guy... But I hear he is more of a Raceland fan now anyway and probably will go to their game Friday instead

You heard wrong! Lol.

Bogus or not they should have won that game against Mercer County in 06.

TJ has done an excellent job!

[Midee1]

05' was a good game between the two up at RUSSELLs place. Close one that came down to the wire. Great atmosphere too.

Loved that game. Still have it on film somewhere. I filmed from the top of the pressbox.

I'll have to say I liked the following years game too. Lol

[Midee1]

You heard wrong! Lol.

Bogus or not they should have won that game against Mercer County in 06.

TJ has done an excellent job!

True statements. Who in their right minds would try to turn a running team into a passing team in the second half. Especially with the way that wind was blowing.

[PaytoPlay]

Someone had asked about Belfry's weaknesses. The most significant and obvious is they absolute inability to throw the ball with Taylor at QB. I also happen to think they are susceptible to a strong inside running attack out of the spread, which exactly what Russell will try to do.

I seem to recall a Russell fan refer to Belfry as "The Red Army"

I always kinda liked that as far as being nicknamed by the opponent.

[Dawg Family]

I'll take belfry as I always do after my Dawgs are out of it. Belfry always has the X factor in my book and that is Mr. Haywood.I don't think the Pirates will have any trouble with the Devils Goodluck to both.

[DevilWatcher]

Belfry doesn't have a weakness that you can continually key on to be successful. A breakdown here or there but nothing that can give an outright edge. Russell needs to be disciplined and tackle.

Russell's Defense is pretty decent and they fly to the ball. Especially Korzep as seen on the local news

[Pirate4Life]

I am glad that the Red Devils are back in the mix. Playing Russel was always one of my favorite games. I am seeing the same kind of post from Belfry fans that I saw before the Pikeville game. We must remember this is the State Semi-Finals and Russell is a very deserving opponent. I respect the Red Devils and expect a war on Friday night. IMHO Belfry should win this game BUT turnovers, tackling, and penalties can change the course of the game. Belfry keep your head on straight DO NOT assume you are going to BG, play hard with intensity and desire and victory will be yours.

Belfry 27
Russell 21

[REDDEVILMANIAC127]

^^^because of bogus false start, and it was real cold..

Look at the tape I played in that game Maynard clearly moved early before the snap. Save that garbage for someplace else.

[samson81]

Russell's D has been very impressive of late. They are flying to the ball in ways that they haven't in years. Korzep is playing defense on a level I haven't seen from any Devil on a while. He is seemingly everywhere at once. He's playing like a senior leader should... regardless of how good the Devils are
next year, they will miss him.

I expected Russell to be better this year no matter who the coach was, but they have exceeded expectations across the board. To be in a position to have a shot at Belfry says a lot about Maynard, his staff, and these players. I thought a season like this was still a year away. The future looks very bright in Flatwoods.

[Football Junky]

Smith will be a major D1 prospect. Belfry has seen him this year and last year.

Better than Todd?!?!?! C'mon man. Obviously Pope is a relative but don't make yourself look ignorant. We are talking about a 2 year starter at Auburn.

Zach Bernard was the OCath QB in 04. Was going to Marshall but had some off the field issues.

Where is Pope playing his college ball?

Pitching baseball at Southeastern Iowa. When u can throw 91 before you turn 18... You can get drafted before 21 and play for money. Just had tommy john surgery a few weeks ago and is out for this year

[Football Junky]

EKU stole my thunder. I had Bernard, Couch, and Chris Todd. All better than Pope and on just as good or better teams. If you don't know who Zach Bernard is, Owensboro Catholic, Marshall signee out of high school. Don't ask questions if you don't want answers. Pope had a great career, but to say he played well against Belfry is just not true. Be glad you didn't play Belfry this year.

Saw Todd in college several times and he was not good at all. Played on a great team in college but not a very good QB. Still never heard of Bernard. Couch is a legend. You got your Opions I got mine. You guys won't break a sweat against Russell, they are not very good. QB is a little shifty, can't throw very well. Their backs are not that dominant. Defense is pretty decent. Start focusing on S warren

[samson81]

Saw Todd in college several times and he was not good at all. Played on a great team in college but not a very good QB. Still never heard of Bernard. Couch is a legend. You got your Opions I got mine. You guys won't break a sweat against Russell, they are not very good. QB is a little shifty, can't throw very well. Their backs are not that dominant. Defense is pretty decent. Start focusing on S warren

While they might not be "dominant", Russell's backs run hard and Conley is shifty enough to make plays in space. McKee's numbers don't look impressive at first sight, but he completes about 65% of his passes. Russell might not win on the strength of his arm, but their ability to pass shouldn't be overlooked IMO.

[Jarons]

Good to see Russell back in the mix. However, their season ends on Friday.

[LClion4life]

No nerve touched. Looking at scores and things it's common sense. Something that a lot of people lack on here.

Judging by this, Johnson Central beat both Ashland and Belfry by 35 and Russell beat Ashland by 1 so I guess Russell is a point better than Belfry?:biggrin:
Obviously a joke. As for the game I think Belfry wins 34-20.

[Belfry0304]

Richard Trent was better than Dalton Pope.

[Belfry0304]

Judging by this, Johnson Central beat both Ashland and Belfry by 35 and Russell beat Ashland by 1 so I guess Russell is a point better than Belfry?:biggrin:
Obviously a joke. As for the game I think Belfry wins 34-20.

Lol I see you're playing around but I can't stress enough that it was essentially our JV team against JC that night.

[Football Junky]

Richard Trent was better than Dalton Pope.

Warren wasn't

[Belfry0304]

Warren wasn't

Got any pics of Pope's ring?

Whoops I found one

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[Panther Thunder]

Belfry by several TDs. It is good to see Russell back in the semis though.

[Football Junky]

While they might not be "dominant", Russell's backs run hard and Conley is shifty enough to make plays in space. McKee's numbers don't look impressive at first sight, but he completes about 65% of his passes. Russell might not win on the strength of his arm, but their ability to pass shouldn't be overlooked IMO.

He completes 65 % because they are all inside slot screen passes and regular screen passes. Doesn't throw well down field

[Football Junky]

Got any pics of Pope's ring?

Whoops I found one

[Image: http://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&...9832786853]

I could of played QB and probably got a ring in one of the last 2 years. Very good D, line,RBs that surrounded him. Warren didn't have to do much to win games with a great support around him

[Belfry0304]

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[LClion4life]

Several... Look at all the WEst Va plates at any home or away game

Was Pope not a transfer himself?

[LClion4life]

Saw Todd in college several times and he was not good at all. Played on a great team in college but not a very good QB. Still never heard of Bernard. Couch is a legend. You got your Opions I got mine. You guys won't break a sweat against Russell, they are not very good. QB is a little shifty, can't throw very well. Their backs are not that dominant. Defense is pretty decent. Start focusing on S warren

Yes, you saw Todd in college playing against SEC defenses with future pros all over the place. But keep telling yourself Pope would have put up better numbers on the same team. nicker:
Played against Pope when he was a freshman and sophomore, he was a good QB but even I've played against far better. Quit talking up a kid that doesn't even play football anymore. His team lost last year, his football career is over. It's over.

[samson81]

He completes 65 % because they are all inside slot screen passes and regular screen passes. Doesn't throw well down field

You're right, he doesn't throw the deep ball well. I would like to see Russell run more plays where he has a run/pass option.

[Belfry0304]

On another note, I watched Russell some and this is going to be a GAME on Friday night. I can't wait.

[bucslover68]

I could of played QB and probably got a ring in one of the last 2 years. Very good D, line,RBs that surrounded him. Warren didn't have to do much to win games with a great support around him

You had zero credibility before and you are now in the negative. Say what you want about Warren, but he has something you will NEVER have...a ring and 2-0 against BOCO!!!! Case closed!!!

[samson81]

On another note, I watched Russell some and this is going to be a GAME on Friday night. I can't wait.

I hope you guys are a little nicer this time as opposed to last two times Russell made the trip down that way.

42-0 in '08
42-14 in '10

OUCH!!! Hoping for a more competitive game this time.