BOYS:
Atlee sweeps Henrico 3-0, moves to 2-0 in the Capital, 7-2 overall.
Hanover sweeps Lee-Davis 3-0, now 2-0 in the Capital, 3-1 overall.
GIRLS:
Atlee sweeps Henrico 3-0, moves to 3-0 in the Capital, 12-3 overall.
Lee-Davis survives a five-set thriller against Hanover! Lee-Davis now 3-0 in Capital, 5-0 overall; Hawks drop to 1-1 in Capital, 2-6 overall.
Patrick Henry sweeps John Marshall 3-0, now 1-4 in Colonial, 1-6 overall.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Hanover, Atlee in Top 10 This Week
Week 3: The T-D Top 10--click the title link to see where the Hawks and Raiders are as they are two weeks away from a collision course in Week 5!
Monday, September 19, 2011
Hanover County Stars For Week Two
Hanover QB Sam Rogers: 6 of 6, 94 yards, 3 TDs; 6 carries, 126 yards, 3 TDs; accounted for 36 points.
Atlee QB Ruben Rucker: 13 of 20, 232 yards, 4 TDs
Atlee WR Will McCombs: 5 catches, 118 yards, 3 TDs
Atlee WR Shaquille Williams: 3 catches, 84 yards, 2 TDs
Lee-Davis QB Israel Vaughn: 7 of 14, 72 yards; 22 carries, 87 yards, TD
Lee-Davis RB Tyrell Eaton: 8 carries, 54 yards, TD; 3 catches, 37 yards. Completed two 2-point conversion pass attempts; ran for a third two-point conversion.
Atlee QB Ruben Rucker: 13 of 20, 232 yards, 4 TDs
Atlee WR Will McCombs: 5 catches, 118 yards, 3 TDs
Atlee WR Shaquille Williams: 3 catches, 84 yards, 2 TDs
Lee-Davis QB Israel Vaughn: 7 of 14, 72 yards; 22 carries, 87 yards, TD
Lee-Davis RB Tyrell Eaton: 8 carries, 54 yards, TD; 3 catches, 37 yards. Completed two 2-point conversion pass attempts; ran for a third two-point conversion.
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Three Big Wins For Hanover County Teams in Week Two
Sam Rogers continues to put up huge numbers, leading Hanover to a 56-7 home win over J.R. Tucker Friday night. So far this season, Sam has only one incompleted pass.
Meanwhile Lee-Davis got an important home win over another Division 5 playoff hopeful, defeating Hopewell 27-12 to even their record at 1-1 going into the Tomato Bowl next week.
They'll head to Ashland to face a smarting Patrick Henry squad, now 0-2 after taking a 44-6 beating at the hands of Ruben Rucker and Atlee, who are also 2-0.
Next week, Hanover travels to Deep Run, who lost to Henrico to go to 0-2, Atlee travels to Douglas Freeman, and our "Hanover County High School Football Game of the Week" will be the renewal of the oldest county rivalry, Lee-Davis and Patrick Henry!
Meanwhile Lee-Davis got an important home win over another Division 5 playoff hopeful, defeating Hopewell 27-12 to even their record at 1-1 going into the Tomato Bowl next week.
They'll head to Ashland to face a smarting Patrick Henry squad, now 0-2 after taking a 44-6 beating at the hands of Ruben Rucker and Atlee, who are also 2-0.
Next week, Hanover travels to Deep Run, who lost to Henrico to go to 0-2, Atlee travels to Douglas Freeman, and our "Hanover County High School Football Game of the Week" will be the renewal of the oldest county rivalry, Lee-Davis and Patrick Henry!
Friday, September 16, 2011
FINAL: Atlee 44, Patrick Henry 6
Ruben Rucker is a force to be reckoned with.
After leading Atlee to a rout of Deep Run last week, the Raiders made it two in a row with a 44-6 thumping of Patrick Henry Friday night.
Rucker threw four touchdown passes, three in the first half to Will McCombs, giving the Raiders a 23-0 halftime lead. Shaquille Williams caught two touchdown passes, one from Rucker.
Atlee moves to 2-0 heading to Douglas Freeman next week. Patrick Henry drops to 0-2 and must face Lee-Davis in Ashland next Friday in the Tomato Bowl.
After leading Atlee to a rout of Deep Run last week, the Raiders made it two in a row with a 44-6 thumping of Patrick Henry Friday night.
Rucker threw four touchdown passes, three in the first half to Will McCombs, giving the Raiders a 23-0 halftime lead. Shaquille Williams caught two touchdown passes, one from Rucker.
Atlee moves to 2-0 heading to Douglas Freeman next week. Patrick Henry drops to 0-2 and must face Lee-Davis in Ashland next Friday in the Tomato Bowl.
Listen to Patrick Henry/Atlee LIVE TONIGHT!
Click HERE to listen live to tonight's Hanover County High School Football Game of the Week between Patrick Henry and Atlee!
Pre-game begins at 6:30pm, kickoff at 7p!
Pre-game begins at 6:30pm, kickoff at 7p!
Thursday, September 15, 2011
JV Football Final
Lee-Davis 8, Hopewell 6. Congrats to the JV Confederates for evening their record at 1-1!
Atlee shut out Patrick Henry in Ashland on Thursday night, 27-0.
Atlee shut out Patrick Henry in Ashland on Thursday night, 27-0.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Two Hanover Teams in Times-Dispatch Top 10
Hanover moves from #7 to #4 after their impressive 42-14 opening night win in Ashland over Patrick Henry.
Atlee vaults into the top ten at #8 after thrashing Deep Run in their opener, 55-14.
THIS WEEK'S COUNTY GAMES:
J.R. Tucker at Hanover
Hopewell at Lee-Davis
PATRICK HENRY AT ATLEE (6:30pm Friday on WHAN, 102.9 FM, 1430 AM and online HERE!)
Atlee vaults into the top ten at #8 after thrashing Deep Run in their opener, 55-14.
THIS WEEK'S COUNTY GAMES:
J.R. Tucker at Hanover
Hopewell at Lee-Davis
PATRICK HENRY AT ATLEE (6:30pm Friday on WHAN, 102.9 FM, 1430 AM and online HERE!)
Hanover Fall Update
The boys volleyball team opened their 2011 Capital District schedule with a 3-0 sweep over Varina. Tyler Peck had 12 kills and 3 aces for Hawks, now 2-1 overall.
Lee-Davis Fall Sports......
Jordan Martin served 4 aces, and Jordan Goodman had 3 kills as Lee-Davis' Girls Volleyball team took a 3-0 win over Henrico in their Capital District opener. The Confederates are 3-0 this season.
Meanwhile, the Field Hockey fell to Atlee, 4-0, in their first Capital District game of 2011. Their overall record is now 1-1.
Meanwhile, the Field Hockey fell to Atlee, 4-0, in their first Capital District game of 2011. Their overall record is now 1-1.
Update on Atlee Fall Sports
Meg Bowers had 10 kills as the Atlee girls volleyball team improved to 10-1 win a straight-set win over Glen Allen in Capital District play. This was the District opener for both schools.
Meanwhile the boys volleyball squad swept Glen Allen as well to improve to 5-2 on the year, 1-0 in the Capital.
The golf team finished second by three strokes in play against Hanover and Lee-Davis.....
...the field hockey team shut out Glen Allen 6-0 to improve to 2-0 in the Capital District, 2-2 overall.
And congrats to the Atlee girls Cross Country team, finishing third in Saturday's Fork Union Invitational.
Meanwhile the boys volleyball squad swept Glen Allen as well to improve to 5-2 on the year, 1-0 in the Capital.
The golf team finished second by three strokes in play against Hanover and Lee-Davis.....
...the field hockey team shut out Glen Allen 6-0 to improve to 2-0 in the Capital District, 2-2 overall.
And congrats to the Atlee girls Cross Country team, finishing third in Saturday's Fork Union Invitational.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Atlee Rolls In Opener: Lee-Davis Shut Out
New Atlee quarterback Ruber Rucker's debut was highly successful, going 25 of 35 for 217 yards and one passing touchdown, plus 11 rushes for 80 yards and two touchdowns as the Raiders handled Deep Run with surprising ease on opening night, 55-14.
Meanwhile, Lee-Davis struggled on the road against defending Division 6 Regional Champion Hermitage, as the Panthers shut out the Confederates 27-0.
Next week, Atlee welcomes Patrick Henry while Lee-Davis has its home opener against Hopewell.
Meanwhile, Lee-Davis struggled on the road against defending Division 6 Regional Champion Hermitage, as the Panthers shut out the Confederates 27-0.
Next week, Atlee welcomes Patrick Henry while Lee-Davis has its home opener against Hopewell.
Game Of The Week---Hanover 42, Patrick Henry 14
In the world of high school football, Sam Rogers is a man among boys.
Only 5-11 and 200 pounds, what Rogers may lack in height he more than makes up for in skill, lower body strength, agility, and, most importantly for the Hanover Hawks, experience.
Only a junior, Rogers started his 26th game at quarterback for Hanover last night, leading the Hawks offense on five consecutive touchdown drives to help cement an opening night 42-14 victory over rival Patrick Henry.
Patrick Henry actually began the game with a well-executed, time-consuming drive of over eight minutes. But after converting three times on third down during the drive, they failed to convert on a fourth down from the Hanover 16 and ended the drive empty-handed on the scoreboard.
Rogers took it from there.
In a nine-minute span of the second quarter, he led the Hawks down the field four times, mixing strong running with timely passing. He and new tailback L.J. Jones each scored two rushing touchdowns, giving Hanover a comfortable 28-0 halftime lead.
After Rogers scored his third TD of the night early in the third quarter, his night was done. Andrew Knizner finished the game at quarterback, scoring his own touchdown early in the fourth.
Both of Patrick Henry's touchdowns came in the fourth quarter, with new QB Khalil Mock connecting on a 71-yard bomb to wideout Raymon Minor. Then, after a Hanover turnover deep in their own territory, Mock found Minor in the left corner of the end zone for a seven-yard touchdown pass, a play that featured Minor's athleticism as he jumped over his defender to grab the ball in one-on-one coverage.
Hanover has now won six straight against Patrick Henry and lead the overall series 6-4. Patrick Henry starts 0-1 for the fifth straight year.
NEXT WEEK: Hanover opens its home schedule against J.R. Tucker, who came back from a 21-7 deficit to beat Glen Allen 36-21, while Patrick Henry must travel to face an Atlee Raider squad coming off a rout of Deep Run, 55-14. Patrick Henry/Atlee will be heard Friday night at 6:30 on WHAN, 102.9 FM, 1430 AM, and on the internet HERE at HanoverCountySports.org!
Only 5-11 and 200 pounds, what Rogers may lack in height he more than makes up for in skill, lower body strength, agility, and, most importantly for the Hanover Hawks, experience.
Only a junior, Rogers started his 26th game at quarterback for Hanover last night, leading the Hawks offense on five consecutive touchdown drives to help cement an opening night 42-14 victory over rival Patrick Henry.
Patrick Henry actually began the game with a well-executed, time-consuming drive of over eight minutes. But after converting three times on third down during the drive, they failed to convert on a fourth down from the Hanover 16 and ended the drive empty-handed on the scoreboard.
Rogers took it from there.
In a nine-minute span of the second quarter, he led the Hawks down the field four times, mixing strong running with timely passing. He and new tailback L.J. Jones each scored two rushing touchdowns, giving Hanover a comfortable 28-0 halftime lead.
After Rogers scored his third TD of the night early in the third quarter, his night was done. Andrew Knizner finished the game at quarterback, scoring his own touchdown early in the fourth.
Both of Patrick Henry's touchdowns came in the fourth quarter, with new QB Khalil Mock connecting on a 71-yard bomb to wideout Raymon Minor. Then, after a Hanover turnover deep in their own territory, Mock found Minor in the left corner of the end zone for a seven-yard touchdown pass, a play that featured Minor's athleticism as he jumped over his defender to grab the ball in one-on-one coverage.
Hanover has now won six straight against Patrick Henry and lead the overall series 6-4. Patrick Henry starts 0-1 for the fifth straight year.
NEXT WEEK: Hanover opens its home schedule against J.R. Tucker, who came back from a 21-7 deficit to beat Glen Allen 36-21, while Patrick Henry must travel to face an Atlee Raider squad coming off a rout of Deep Run, 55-14. Patrick Henry/Atlee will be heard Friday night at 6:30 on WHAN, 102.9 FM, 1430 AM, and on the internet HERE at HanoverCountySports.org!
Friday, September 09, 2011
Listen to Hanover/Patrick Henry Tonight Online!!
Click HERE for exclusive coverage of Hanover and Patrick Henry in the 2011 season opener beginning tonight at 6:30pm!!
Week One High School Football Schedule
All teams 0-0 unless otherwise stated; all games begin at 7pm unless otherwise stated....
HANOVER COUNTY GAME OF THE WEEK ON WHAN 102.9 FM:
Hanover at Patrick Henry--coverage begins at 6:30pm!
Trinity Episcopal at Collegiate, 4p (LISTEN LIVE at 3:45pm on WHAN, 102.9 FM and 1430 AM!)
Thomas Jefferson (0-1) at Armstrong, 4
Deep Run at Atlee
Lee-Davis at Hermitage
Glen Allen at J.R. Tucker
Henrico at Caroline
Meadowbrook (1-0) at Highland Springs
Varina at Dinwiddie
Thomas Dale at L.C. Bird
Matoaca (0-1) at Manchester (0-1)
Huguenot at Petersburg, 7:30
Prince George at Clover Hill
Douglas Freeman at James River, 7:30
Monacan at Mills Godwin
Hopewell at Cosby (1-0)
Midlothian at Powhatan, 7:30
George Wythe at Monticello, 7:30
Goochland (0-1) at Fluvanna
Courtland at Louisa (1-0), 7:30
King William at Essex
Woodberry Forest at Benedictine (1-0)
HANOVER COUNTY GAME OF THE WEEK ON WHAN 102.9 FM:
Hanover at Patrick Henry--coverage begins at 6:30pm!
Trinity Episcopal at Collegiate, 4p (LISTEN LIVE at 3:45pm on WHAN, 102.9 FM and 1430 AM!)
Thomas Jefferson (0-1) at Armstrong, 4
Deep Run at Atlee
Lee-Davis at Hermitage
Glen Allen at J.R. Tucker
Henrico at Caroline
Meadowbrook (1-0) at Highland Springs
Varina at Dinwiddie
Thomas Dale at L.C. Bird
Matoaca (0-1) at Manchester (0-1)
Huguenot at Petersburg, 7:30
Prince George at Clover Hill
Douglas Freeman at James River, 7:30
Monacan at Mills Godwin
Hopewell at Cosby (1-0)
Midlothian at Powhatan, 7:30
George Wythe at Monticello, 7:30
Goochland (0-1) at Fluvanna
Courtland at Louisa (1-0), 7:30
King William at Essex
Woodberry Forest at Benedictine (1-0)
JV Game Makegood Schedule for Week One
All Junior Varsity football games involving county schools were postponed due to last night's inclement weather. Here is the makegood schedule:
Saturday 9/10: Atlee at Deep Run, 11:45am
Monday 9/12: Hermitage at Lee-Davis, 6:15pm
Patrick Henry at Hanover, 7pm
Saturday 9/10: Atlee at Deep Run, 11:45am
Monday 9/12: Hermitage at Lee-Davis, 6:15pm
Patrick Henry at Hanover, 7pm
Thursday, September 08, 2011
Atlee girls win home volleyball opener
Click the title link for details on Atlee's opening home victory over Powhatan!
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
NEW! Hanover County High School Football Game of the Week!
Welcome to the newly designed HanoverCountySports.org! Your home for WHAN Radio's NEW 2011 High School Football schedule!
For the past nine years, WHAN has been the home of Patrick Henry Patriots football. With the addition of our NEW FM SIGNAL AT 102.9 FM in May, we have expanded football coverage to ALL FOUR Hanover County high schools!
Our 2011 Broadcast Schedule:
September 9th: Hanover at Patrick Henry
September 16th: Patrick Henry at Atlee
September 23rd: Lee-Davis at Patrick Henry (53rd Tomato Bowl)
September 30th: Lee-Davis at Varina
October 7th: Atlee at Hanover (tape delayed on radio 10/8--LIVE on the internet!)
October 14th: Patrick Henry at Deep Run (Patriots face former coach Ray Long!)
October 21st: Atlee at Glen Allen
October 28th: Lee-Davis at Hanover
November 4th: Varina at Hanover
November 11th: Atlee at Lee-Davis
Tell everyone you know to join us FRIDAYS AT 6:30PM for the best in high school football action on WHAN, 102.9 FM, 1430 AM, and online around the world HERE at HanoverCountySports.org!!
For the past nine years, WHAN has been the home of Patrick Henry Patriots football. With the addition of our NEW FM SIGNAL AT 102.9 FM in May, we have expanded football coverage to ALL FOUR Hanover County high schools!
Our 2011 Broadcast Schedule:
September 9th: Hanover at Patrick Henry
September 16th: Patrick Henry at Atlee
September 23rd: Lee-Davis at Patrick Henry (53rd Tomato Bowl)
September 30th: Lee-Davis at Varina
October 7th: Atlee at Hanover (tape delayed on radio 10/8--LIVE on the internet!)
October 14th: Patrick Henry at Deep Run (Patriots face former coach Ray Long!)
October 21st: Atlee at Glen Allen
October 28th: Lee-Davis at Hanover
November 4th: Varina at Hanover
November 11th: Atlee at Lee-Davis
Tell everyone you know to join us FRIDAYS AT 6:30PM for the best in high school football action on WHAN, 102.9 FM, 1430 AM, and online around the world HERE at HanoverCountySports.org!!
Saturday, February 05, 2011
Patrick Henry girls even score with Hermitage
Click the title link for the latest on the competitive Colonial District race, courtesy of Arthur Utley at the Times-Dispatch.
Friday, February 04, 2011
Greyhound bus hijacked on way from Richmond to Raleigh
Click on the title link for the latest, courtesy of CBS6. Suspect is in custody.
Thursday, February 03, 2011
National Signing Day in Area
Congratulations to the following players who signed letters of intent for college football scholarships yesterday!
HERMITAGE:
Curtis Grant---Ohio State
Diamonte Bailey---Virginia
Aaron Lewis---Holy Cross
Brendon Riddick---Norfolk State
Kenny Wagstaff--Carson-Newman
HANOVER:
Deane Cheatham---James Madison
JR TUCKER:
Michael Mey---US Naval Academy
Parker Cherlin---VMI
DINWIDDIE:
Chris Hall---Virginia Tech
Corey Marshall---Virginia Tech
Trey Gardner---Ball State
PETERSBURG:
Kevin Green---Virginia
Keith Johnson---Richmond
VARINA:
Brad Bradley---Old Dominion
HIGHLAND SPRINGS:
Alex Mosley---James Madison
Tareek Folsom---Charleston
MANCHESTER:
Jake Goins---Virginia Tech
GOOCHLAND:
Trevor Jenkins---Liberty
ST. CHRISTOPHERS:
Thompson Brown---Virginia
JAMES RIVER:
Jasper Coleman---William & Mary
LC BIRD:
Anthony Harris---Virginia
MEADOWBROOK:
Irabor Imobisa---Richmond
LOUISA:
Tommy Payne---VMI
HERMITAGE:
Curtis Grant---Ohio State
Diamonte Bailey---Virginia
Aaron Lewis---Holy Cross
Brendon Riddick---Norfolk State
Kenny Wagstaff--Carson-Newman
HANOVER:
Deane Cheatham---James Madison
JR TUCKER:
Michael Mey---US Naval Academy
Parker Cherlin---VMI
DINWIDDIE:
Chris Hall---Virginia Tech
Corey Marshall---Virginia Tech
Trey Gardner---Ball State
PETERSBURG:
Kevin Green---Virginia
Keith Johnson---Richmond
VARINA:
Brad Bradley---Old Dominion
HIGHLAND SPRINGS:
Alex Mosley---James Madison
Tareek Folsom---Charleston
MANCHESTER:
Jake Goins---Virginia Tech
GOOCHLAND:
Trevor Jenkins---Liberty
ST. CHRISTOPHERS:
Thompson Brown---Virginia
JAMES RIVER:
Jasper Coleman---William & Mary
LC BIRD:
Anthony Harris---Virginia
MEADOWBROOK:
Irabor Imobisa---Richmond
LOUISA:
Tommy Payne---VMI
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Hermitage holds off PH, Patriots finish 5-5
A Hermitage kickoff return from Tristen Wright with :22 left in the first half stole the momentum away from the Patrick Henry Patriots Friday night in their Colonial District finale, giving the Panthers a 21-7 halftime lead on their way to a 41-28 victory.
The Panthers took the ball to start the second half and promptly marched 65 yards for another touchdown, and, with 2:43 to go in the third, Hermitage was firmly in command, 41-7. Playing against many second-stringers, the Patriots staged a comeback that climaxed with Brian Houchens intercepting a Dylan Jackson pass and returning it 85 yards for a touchdown to cut the lead to 41-28.
Brendon Riddick then returned to the field to lead the Panthers on a drive which ate up the remaining 4:02 of the clock, taking a knee inside the Patriot red zone to end the game.
Patrick Henry finishes 5-5 overall, but 4-3 in Colonial District, good for third place behind Hermitage and Deep Run. Both records are improvements over the disappointing 2009 season, where the Pats went 3-4 in the Colonial, 3-7 overall.
Certainly the highlight of the 2010 season will always be Coach Sam Hart's first victory at the helm, when the Patriots came back from a 24-0 deficit to win the Tomato Bowl at Lee-Davis, 25-24. Who knew as Jay Waller gleefully ran off the Mechanicsville field with the Tomato Bowl trophy that the loss would eventually cost PH's archrivals, the Confederates, a shot at the playoffs.
Now on to basketball and other winter sports at Patrick Henry! Good luck all teams and Go Patriots!
The Panthers took the ball to start the second half and promptly marched 65 yards for another touchdown, and, with 2:43 to go in the third, Hermitage was firmly in command, 41-7. Playing against many second-stringers, the Patriots staged a comeback that climaxed with Brian Houchens intercepting a Dylan Jackson pass and returning it 85 yards for a touchdown to cut the lead to 41-28.
Brendon Riddick then returned to the field to lead the Panthers on a drive which ate up the remaining 4:02 of the clock, taking a knee inside the Patriot red zone to end the game.
Patrick Henry finishes 5-5 overall, but 4-3 in Colonial District, good for third place behind Hermitage and Deep Run. Both records are improvements over the disappointing 2009 season, where the Pats went 3-4 in the Colonial, 3-7 overall.
Certainly the highlight of the 2010 season will always be Coach Sam Hart's first victory at the helm, when the Patriots came back from a 24-0 deficit to win the Tomato Bowl at Lee-Davis, 25-24. Who knew as Jay Waller gleefully ran off the Mechanicsville field with the Tomato Bowl trophy that the loss would eventually cost PH's archrivals, the Confederates, a shot at the playoffs.
Now on to basketball and other winter sports at Patrick Henry! Good luck all teams and Go Patriots!
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Season Finale Friday!
Patrick Henry looks to finish the 2010 season with a winning record. To do that, they must do what no one has yet to do this year, defeat the Hermitage Panthers. The Panthers are 9-0 and ranked #1 in the Central Region. Can the Patriots pull off the upset of 2010?
Find out Friday night at 6:30pm on WHAN (1430 AM) and online by clicking the UStream link above!
Find out Friday night at 6:30pm on WHAN (1430 AM) and online by clicking the UStream link above!
Friday, November 05, 2010
Senior Night at Patrick Henry
How time flies! The final home game of the 2010 football season is tonight as Patrick Henry battles JR Tucker, looking to keep their hopes for a winning season alive!
We'll begin coverage on WHAN (1430) tonight at 6:30pm with the pregame show, brought to you by Beverly Hylton, your local Ashland Allstate Agent! You can also listen LIVE ONLINE by clicking the UStream logo above!
We'll begin coverage on WHAN (1430) tonight at 6:30pm with the pregame show, brought to you by Beverly Hylton, your local Ashland Allstate Agent! You can also listen LIVE ONLINE by clicking the UStream logo above!
Friday, October 29, 2010
Patriots on the road against Freeman tonight!
How will the Patrick Henry Patriots bounce back after a disappointing 27-21 overtime loss to Deep Run? Find out TONIGHT LIVE when the Patriots travel to the West End to face the Douglas Freeman Rebels!
Coverage begins at 6:30pm tonight, immediately following Collegiate Cougars football on WHAN-AM (1430)! You can also listen LIVE from anywhere at the UStream link above!
Coverage begins at 6:30pm tonight, immediately following Collegiate Cougars football on WHAN-AM (1430)! You can also listen LIVE from anywhere at the UStream link above!
Friday, October 22, 2010
Homecoming 2010 Tonight!
Celebrate Homecoming at Patrick Henry tonight! Festivities begin at 6pm, with tonight's Patrick Henry/Deep Run football game kicking off at 7pm! See you there!
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Week Six: Patrick Henry 6, Mills Godwin 3
The last time the Patrick Henry Patriots traveled to Axselle Stadium to face the Mills Godwin Eagles, the teams combined for 85 points as Godwin came back to nip the Patriots, 43-42. All of us in the press box couldn't remember the last time Patrick Henry scored 42 points....and lost.
Apparently the 2007 teams used up most of the points alloted by the football gods for the 2010 renewal Friday night.
Patriot fans knew coming into this Colonial District battle that points would come at a premium. Mills Godwin's defense held Highland Springs to 13 points earlier in the season, and survived a road test against John Marshall, the two teams' only common opponent in 2010.
Thus, when the Pats took the opening kickoff 80 yards, all on the ground, straight to the end zone, it was a pleasant surprise, and super start for the road team. Several times during the night I mentioned that I thought six points wouldn't be enough to win on the road.
I was proven wrong.
This was a game where the pessimist would say, "Neither team wants it. They're trying to give the game to the other team." Meanwhile, the optimist would declare, "both defenses have spent the night bending but not breaking, keeping their teams alive!"
Mills Godwin spent most of the second quarter in Patriot territory, thrice knocking on the door. The first drive ended on downs after Godwin failed on 4th down to move the chain. On the second and third possessions, Godwin kicker Whit Beebe missed on field goal attempts of 38 and 33 yards, on a side of the field quickly becoming muddy thanks to the rain of the previous 48 hours.
The Eagles only score would be, ironically, on the first possession of the second half, mirroring the Patriots but not equalling the score output, as their drive stalled and Beebe, who came back from halftime early to do some quick kicking practice, nailed a 23-yarder to cut the lead to 6-3.
Then, for the next 30-40 minutes of real time, they knocked, and knocked, and knocked on the door, thought once they'd knocked it down, but, in the end, did not.
Meanwhile, for the second straight week, the Patriots showed they don't yet have the poise and experience to make the key plays in the second half to close out games with authority. The Patriots twice had it first and goal. Both times the Pats commmitted offensive penalties to back themselves up.
The first drive ended controversially, when QB Jay Waller, seemingly going down for a tackle, tried a very ill-advised shovel pass to Brian Houchens. In the end, the referees ruled it a fumble, and Tom Solak picked up the ball and ran it some 94 yards for an apparent go-ahead Eagles touchdown. Confusion swept the stadium.
When the smoke cleared, it was determined to be a fumble and Godwin recovery, BUT...
....due to a penalty, Godwin's touchdown was taken off the board and their offense took over at their own 30. They didn't make it back to the goal line again.
The PH offense's second "down and goal" series of quarter four ended with Waller running for his life, tackled at the five on a fourth and goal, as a Brian Houchens touchdown run earlier in the drive was negated by, yep, a holding penalty.
Godwin's last hope ended when, with some questionable time management with some three minutes left, they used their last timeout of the second half to discuss a fourth down play deep in their own territory. Rather than punting to try to pin the Pats deep and ask their defense for a three and out, they went for it. Quarterback Dane Forlines was stopped on a great one-on-one tackle by Terrell Archer.
Josh Thomas broke a 2nd down run for 1st down yardage, and Godwin couldn't stop the clock.
Patrick Henry escapes Pump Road with the 6-3 win.
GOOD NEWS:
---More rushing production. Josh Thomas had some hard yards, and put the dagger in the Eagles' heart rushing for that first down at the end. Brian Houchens was solid in the opening drive.
---Glimpses of Waller's Best. Jay completed a huge 2nd half pass to Gibson Vaught in double coverage after slipping in the pocket to keep one 4th quarter drive alive, went 4 of 7 for the night, with no interceptions.
---Indvidual defensive efforts. BIG kudos to Ryan DeRusha, Montel Minor, Andy Joyce, as well as Terrell Archer, for each making one-on-one defensive tackles at key points in Godwin second half drives to either cause a loss of yardage or a turnover on downs.
BAD NEWS:
---Learning to close. Salesmen will tell you nothing is sold until the "close". Gotta have a signed deal. The Patriots' offense had the pen in hand twice in the fourth quarter and couldn't score the dagger touchdown. And, Kenny Mock had a sure pick-six late in the fourth and simply dropped it.
---Glimpses of Waller's Worst. One ill-advised lob throw in the first half fell harmlessly to the ground. The ill-advised shovel pass attempt broken down earlier would have been disaster, except for Godwin committing the penalty that negated what could have been the winning score.
The Patriots return to Ashland for Homecoming 2010 against Deep Run, a historically good team struggling mightily (they are 1-1, 1-4 going into their Saturday game at John Marshall). The Wildcats would like nothing more than to pin the Patriots with their first District loss.
For now, it's simple for Patrick Henry. They're tied for first with mighty Hermitage in the Colonial. The way Division Five teams (Clover Hill, Hanover, Atlee, Petersburg, Dinwiddie) are playing this season, the Patriots, even at 7-3, probably wouldn't have enough VHSL points to make the Division Five playoffs as a wild card.
To extend the 2010 season to week eleven, the Pats must win out. They're the only team left that can win the District other than Hermitage, essentially, unless there is a major upset in Hermitage's future (they have Freeman, TJ, and John Marshall the next three weeks).
It will be fun to watch this young team and its coaching staff respond to the challenge and I look forward to these Patriots putting together that "complete game" performance. Congrats to the Pats for a very hard-fought win, filled with lessons that can help this team make it to the next level.
Apparently the 2007 teams used up most of the points alloted by the football gods for the 2010 renewal Friday night.
Patriot fans knew coming into this Colonial District battle that points would come at a premium. Mills Godwin's defense held Highland Springs to 13 points earlier in the season, and survived a road test against John Marshall, the two teams' only common opponent in 2010.
Thus, when the Pats took the opening kickoff 80 yards, all on the ground, straight to the end zone, it was a pleasant surprise, and super start for the road team. Several times during the night I mentioned that I thought six points wouldn't be enough to win on the road.
I was proven wrong.
This was a game where the pessimist would say, "Neither team wants it. They're trying to give the game to the other team." Meanwhile, the optimist would declare, "both defenses have spent the night bending but not breaking, keeping their teams alive!"
Mills Godwin spent most of the second quarter in Patriot territory, thrice knocking on the door. The first drive ended on downs after Godwin failed on 4th down to move the chain. On the second and third possessions, Godwin kicker Whit Beebe missed on field goal attempts of 38 and 33 yards, on a side of the field quickly becoming muddy thanks to the rain of the previous 48 hours.
The Eagles only score would be, ironically, on the first possession of the second half, mirroring the Patriots but not equalling the score output, as their drive stalled and Beebe, who came back from halftime early to do some quick kicking practice, nailed a 23-yarder to cut the lead to 6-3.
Then, for the next 30-40 minutes of real time, they knocked, and knocked, and knocked on the door, thought once they'd knocked it down, but, in the end, did not.
Meanwhile, for the second straight week, the Patriots showed they don't yet have the poise and experience to make the key plays in the second half to close out games with authority. The Patriots twice had it first and goal. Both times the Pats commmitted offensive penalties to back themselves up.
The first drive ended controversially, when QB Jay Waller, seemingly going down for a tackle, tried a very ill-advised shovel pass to Brian Houchens. In the end, the referees ruled it a fumble, and Tom Solak picked up the ball and ran it some 94 yards for an apparent go-ahead Eagles touchdown. Confusion swept the stadium.
When the smoke cleared, it was determined to be a fumble and Godwin recovery, BUT...
....due to a penalty, Godwin's touchdown was taken off the board and their offense took over at their own 30. They didn't make it back to the goal line again.
The PH offense's second "down and goal" series of quarter four ended with Waller running for his life, tackled at the five on a fourth and goal, as a Brian Houchens touchdown run earlier in the drive was negated by, yep, a holding penalty.
Godwin's last hope ended when, with some questionable time management with some three minutes left, they used their last timeout of the second half to discuss a fourth down play deep in their own territory. Rather than punting to try to pin the Pats deep and ask their defense for a three and out, they went for it. Quarterback Dane Forlines was stopped on a great one-on-one tackle by Terrell Archer.
Josh Thomas broke a 2nd down run for 1st down yardage, and Godwin couldn't stop the clock.
Patrick Henry escapes Pump Road with the 6-3 win.
GOOD NEWS:
---More rushing production. Josh Thomas had some hard yards, and put the dagger in the Eagles' heart rushing for that first down at the end. Brian Houchens was solid in the opening drive.
---Glimpses of Waller's Best. Jay completed a huge 2nd half pass to Gibson Vaught in double coverage after slipping in the pocket to keep one 4th quarter drive alive, went 4 of 7 for the night, with no interceptions.
---Indvidual defensive efforts. BIG kudos to Ryan DeRusha, Montel Minor, Andy Joyce, as well as Terrell Archer, for each making one-on-one defensive tackles at key points in Godwin second half drives to either cause a loss of yardage or a turnover on downs.
BAD NEWS:
---Learning to close. Salesmen will tell you nothing is sold until the "close". Gotta have a signed deal. The Patriots' offense had the pen in hand twice in the fourth quarter and couldn't score the dagger touchdown. And, Kenny Mock had a sure pick-six late in the fourth and simply dropped it.
---Glimpses of Waller's Worst. One ill-advised lob throw in the first half fell harmlessly to the ground. The ill-advised shovel pass attempt broken down earlier would have been disaster, except for Godwin committing the penalty that negated what could have been the winning score.
The Patriots return to Ashland for Homecoming 2010 against Deep Run, a historically good team struggling mightily (they are 1-1, 1-4 going into their Saturday game at John Marshall). The Wildcats would like nothing more than to pin the Patriots with their first District loss.
For now, it's simple for Patrick Henry. They're tied for first with mighty Hermitage in the Colonial. The way Division Five teams (Clover Hill, Hanover, Atlee, Petersburg, Dinwiddie) are playing this season, the Patriots, even at 7-3, probably wouldn't have enough VHSL points to make the Division Five playoffs as a wild card.
To extend the 2010 season to week eleven, the Pats must win out. They're the only team left that can win the District other than Hermitage, essentially, unless there is a major upset in Hermitage's future (they have Freeman, TJ, and John Marshall the next three weeks).
It will be fun to watch this young team and its coaching staff respond to the challenge and I look forward to these Patriots putting together that "complete game" performance. Congrats to the Pats for a very hard-fought win, filled with lessons that can help this team make it to the next level.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Patrick Henry/John Marshall Podcast!
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Patrick Henry Football: At the Halfway Point
When Patrick Henry fans collectively went, "WHEW!" last Friday night about 9:15pm, willing their Patriots to an important 16-8 home win over pesky John Marshall, the Patriots, in their first campaign under Coach Sam Hart, found themselves in the midst of a three-game winning streak, with a record of 3-2, 2-0 in the Colonial District.
There are almost as many questions after five games of the 2010 campaign as there are answers. But, conversely, there is much more to be optimistic about than there was before opening night. Here are a few of my observations after viewing the first five games.
1) "A Closer Knit Unit"---The 2010 version of the Patriots has matured in front of our eyes in five quick weeks, none moreso than week three at the Tomato Bowl. It would have been easy for an 0-2 Patriot squad, down 24 points after only 18 minutes of football, in Mechanicsville, to mail it in, will themselves to their second straight season of winless football in Hanover County and start looking ahead to the Colonial District. They, instead, chose the road less traveled. And, once the 25 point comeback was complete, as I watched Jayrin Waller run across the field with the Tomato Bowl trophy, I saw a young program take a huge step forward. Since then, I've seen more of a Patriot "unit" rather than a group of players wearing the same uniform. Going through something, both negatively and positively, either galvanizes or rips apart. This Patriot squad did the former. And it took the disappointment of the first 2.3 games, as well as the comeback, to do so.
2) "We Can Do It"---It's common knowledge that Hermitage is the prohibitive favorite in the Colonial District this season. Everyone else seems to be playing for second place. Different teams look at this challenge in different ways. With the Pats coming off their 3-7 season of 2009, it seems their attitude towards this is, "Why Not Us?" The schedule is most friendly to the Patriots, as they are the last team that has to climb Mount Hermitage and attempt the upset of the year. Now that TJ and John Marshall are behind them, the Pats look ahead to a tough Godwin squad on the road (especially their defense), a down Deep Run team coming in for homecoming, a currently-winless Freeman team on the road, and a J.R. Tucker team coming to Ashland who are not as deep as they were in '09 when they finished 8-2 and beat PH in overtime. In other words, the table is set. If the Patriots take it one step at a time and handle each assignment given them, then, come week ten, they could go to Hermitage with the District Title at stake, which will probably be the only way PH can extend their season. So, again I ask, "Why Not Us?"
3) "Consistency"---The one caveat, looking ahead to weeks six through ten, to me, is a desperate need for consistency. The 2010 Patriots have yet to play a "complete" game in all three game phases. When they do, they can beat most Colonial District teams at home, compete on the road, and have an outside shot at Hermitage. The current 3-2 record has come due to a classic comeback, being worn down by Hanover and Atlee, and home wins over teams they should have won.
If there IS consistency, especially moreso on offense, then we could be in for a very exciting second half of the season. If not? We'll discover quickly just how far the 2010 Patriots, at their current maturation level, can go.
It starts Friday night at 6:30 at Mills Godwin High School! Listen to WHAN (1430) or online LIVE at the link at the top of this page!
There are almost as many questions after five games of the 2010 campaign as there are answers. But, conversely, there is much more to be optimistic about than there was before opening night. Here are a few of my observations after viewing the first five games.
1) "A Closer Knit Unit"---The 2010 version of the Patriots has matured in front of our eyes in five quick weeks, none moreso than week three at the Tomato Bowl. It would have been easy for an 0-2 Patriot squad, down 24 points after only 18 minutes of football, in Mechanicsville, to mail it in, will themselves to their second straight season of winless football in Hanover County and start looking ahead to the Colonial District. They, instead, chose the road less traveled. And, once the 25 point comeback was complete, as I watched Jayrin Waller run across the field with the Tomato Bowl trophy, I saw a young program take a huge step forward. Since then, I've seen more of a Patriot "unit" rather than a group of players wearing the same uniform. Going through something, both negatively and positively, either galvanizes or rips apart. This Patriot squad did the former. And it took the disappointment of the first 2.3 games, as well as the comeback, to do so.
2) "We Can Do It"---It's common knowledge that Hermitage is the prohibitive favorite in the Colonial District this season. Everyone else seems to be playing for second place. Different teams look at this challenge in different ways. With the Pats coming off their 3-7 season of 2009, it seems their attitude towards this is, "Why Not Us?" The schedule is most friendly to the Patriots, as they are the last team that has to climb Mount Hermitage and attempt the upset of the year. Now that TJ and John Marshall are behind them, the Pats look ahead to a tough Godwin squad on the road (especially their defense), a down Deep Run team coming in for homecoming, a currently-winless Freeman team on the road, and a J.R. Tucker team coming to Ashland who are not as deep as they were in '09 when they finished 8-2 and beat PH in overtime. In other words, the table is set. If the Patriots take it one step at a time and handle each assignment given them, then, come week ten, they could go to Hermitage with the District Title at stake, which will probably be the only way PH can extend their season. So, again I ask, "Why Not Us?"
3) "Consistency"---The one caveat, looking ahead to weeks six through ten, to me, is a desperate need for consistency. The 2010 Patriots have yet to play a "complete" game in all three game phases. When they do, they can beat most Colonial District teams at home, compete on the road, and have an outside shot at Hermitage. The current 3-2 record has come due to a classic comeback, being worn down by Hanover and Atlee, and home wins over teams they should have won.
If there IS consistency, especially moreso on offense, then we could be in for a very exciting second half of the season. If not? We'll discover quickly just how far the 2010 Patriots, at their current maturation level, can go.
It starts Friday night at 6:30 at Mills Godwin High School! Listen to WHAN (1430) or online LIVE at the link at the top of this page!
Wednesday, October 06, 2010
Week Five Schedule
Collegiate at Woodberry, 3pm (2:45 airtime on WHAN-AM 1430!)
John Marshall at Patrick Henry, 7 (6:30 airtime on WHAN-AM 1430 and online!)
J.R. Tucker at Thomas Jefferson, 4
Potomac School at Trinity Episcopal, 4
Fork Union at St. Christopher's, 4:30
Armstrong at Lee-Davis, 7
Atlee at Henrico, 7
Varina at Hanover, 7
Huguenot at Highland Springs, 7
Hopewell at Thomas Dale, 7
Meadowbrook at Dinwiddie, 7
Petersburg at Matoaca, 7
Douglas Freeman at Deep Run, 7
Mills Godwin at Hermitage, 7
Colonial Heights at Prince George, 7:30
Cosby at L.C. Bird, 7:30
George Wythe at Clover Hill, 7:30
Manchester at James River, 7:30
Monacan at Midlothian, 7:30
John Marshall at Patrick Henry, 7 (6:30 airtime on WHAN-AM 1430 and online!)
J.R. Tucker at Thomas Jefferson, 4
Potomac School at Trinity Episcopal, 4
Fork Union at St. Christopher's, 4:30
Armstrong at Lee-Davis, 7
Atlee at Henrico, 7
Varina at Hanover, 7
Huguenot at Highland Springs, 7
Hopewell at Thomas Dale, 7
Meadowbrook at Dinwiddie, 7
Petersburg at Matoaca, 7
Douglas Freeman at Deep Run, 7
Mills Godwin at Hermitage, 7
Colonial Heights at Prince George, 7:30
Cosby at L.C. Bird, 7:30
George Wythe at Clover Hill, 7:30
Manchester at James River, 7:30
Monacan at Midlothian, 7:30
Listen to the John Marshall game LIVE!
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PH Boys and Girls fall to Godwin in Volleyball
Leslie Smith had 19 assists, leading the Eagles girls volleyball team to a 25-12, 25-12, 25-13 win over Patrick Henry. The Patriots fall to 1-1 in the Colonial District, 8-6 overall.
Meanwhile, the boys team met the same fate, falling to Godwin in three sets, 25-19, 25-16, 25-22. Andrew Thompson led the way for the Eagles with 6 digs, 6 kills and an ace.
The PH boys team falls to 0-1 in the Colonial District, 4-7 overall.
Meanwhile, the boys team met the same fate, falling to Godwin in three sets, 25-19, 25-16, 25-22. Andrew Thompson led the way for the Eagles with 6 digs, 6 kills and an ace.
The PH boys team falls to 0-1 in the Colonial District, 4-7 overall.
Monday, October 04, 2010
2010 Tomato Bowl Podcast HERE!
Click on the title above to download the podcast of the 2010 Tomato Bowl, featuring the biggest comeback in Tomato Bowl history, as Patrick Henry upset Lee-Davis, 25-24!
Patrick Henry Thomas Jefferson Podcast!
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Saturday, October 02, 2010
Friday, October 01, 2010
Listen to Patrick Henry/Thomas Jefferson ONLINE!
If you can't pick up WHAN (1430) at night, you can now listen to Patrick Henry football live online!
Go HERE, then enter "Patrick Henry TJ" in the search box. Click on the link to the broadcast and enjoy the game from anywhere in the world!
Go HERE, then enter "Patrick Henry TJ" in the search box. Click on the link to the broadcast and enjoy the game from anywhere in the world!
Colonial District Opener Tonight in Ashland!
The rain has passed, the wind is drying the surface, and we're ready for October football!
Join us in Ashland tonight as the Patriots open their 2010 Colonial District schedule against Thomas Jefferson. Our pregame show begins just after 6:30 on WHAN (1430), or listen online!!!
Join us in Ashland tonight as the Patriots open their 2010 Colonial District schedule against Thomas Jefferson. Our pregame show begins just after 6:30 on WHAN (1430), or listen online!!!
Friday, September 24, 2010
2010 Tomato Bowl: Patrick Henry 25, Lee-Davis 24
The most storied rivalry in Central Region high school football unfolded tonight in Mechanicsville in simply wild fashion.
When it was over, several players were injured, all were exhausted, 26 flags were thrown, one was not thrown, a 24-point lead was lost and an underdog shocked the home team.
I don't even know where to begin. So, how about the start? :)
Lee-Davis spent the first half dominating the line of scrimmage. Every play, both sides of the ball. They rushed for 150 yards in the first half, 104 by D'Vonte Scott alone.
But they also had plenty of misfortune and blown opportunities. Lee-Davis' two-quarterback system took an early hit when, first, senior William Coalson went down with a foot problem, then, junior Israel Vaughan was injured (left foot or ankle). Coalson was able to return, while Vaughan was on crutches watching the rest of the game from the sideline.
Scott scored the first two touchdowns of the night, with Chance Stone converting two 2-point conversions to give Lee-Davis an early 16-0 lead. Later in the second, Coalson hit Stone on a slant screen to the left side and Stone got one needed block and raced untouched 73 yards to make it 22-0. Another 2-point conversion made it 24-0 Confederates with 6:16 to go before halftime.
But on the play, Coalson took a hit and went out again with an ankle injury. Late in the second, third-string quarterback Travis Stallings' first pass was intercepted by Tre Bowden, who went 82 yards for the lone PH touchdown, making the halftime score 24-7.
The Patriots offense had zero yards of offense at halftime, got their one score on defense and seemed to have no answer for Lee-Davis' runs off-tackle. In spite of 12 first-half penalties and multiple turnovers, the home team led by 17 at halftime.
Enter the second half.
On the second play, Scott took a handoff and was drilled by a PH defender, losing the ball. Kenny Mock picked it up and raced 35 yards for the TD. A botched extra point later, Patrick Henry, with zero yards of offense, was only down 24-13.
Lee-Davis continued to lose players to injury, two for the game, others for critical plays or series. Stallings' second pass of the night was woefully short and far away from his intended receiver, so the Confederates opted to put in WR/TE Caleb Wyatt as the "wildcat quarterback". He never attempted a pass. He did gain most of his 107 yards in the second half, but the depleted offense could not gain traction.
Luis Carillo kicked a 22-yard field goal when a drive stalled to make it 24-16. On the ensuing kickoff, Lee-Davis forgot to fall on the football when it was pooched kick to around the 25. Ross Jones flew down the sideline and recovered the live ball and PH had it in the red zone.
They couldn't convert for six and Luis Carillo drilled a 32-yarder from the left hashmark, and, suddenly, with a quarter to play, it was 24-19.
PH mounted a drive in the middle of the final stanza, but, on second down from inside the 10, Jay Waller's fade pass to Raymon Minor in the end zone corner was underthrown, and Tyrell Eaton outjumped Minor for the interception in the end zone. He was tackled trying to make a play at the one-yard line.
Lee-Davis got one first down but stalled and had to punt with under three minutes to go. Patrick Henry was out of timeouts. It was time for what they may refer to in Ashland forever as "The Drive, Version 2010".
Big Play #1---Waller's pass across the middle from the 25 ended up at midfield, where two Patriots and three Confederates fought for the ball. A Confederate defender ran out of the pile with the ball, then, a few seconds later, a penalty flag. In the end, the officials determine Kenny Mock caught the ball at the Lee-Davis 48, and Lee-Davis was guilty of interference. So, tack on 15 yards, and suddenly, the Patriots are at the Lee-Davis 33.
Big Play #2---From the 28, Waller looks for Raymon Minor, single-covered down the left sideline. Minor caught the ball at the 9. This humble blogger, while broadcasting the game, saw what I fully believed to be offensive pass interference, as Minor pushed off the L-D defender before catching the ball. No flag was thrown. Lee-Davis fans erupted, beside themselves over the non-call. Suddenly, it was 1st and goal, Patriots, at the 9 yard line with 55 seconds to go.
Big Play #3---On the next play, instead of passing into coverage, Brian Houchens stepped out to the left flat, caught the ball and dashed to the pylon, scoring from nine yards out to make it 25-24 with :47.6 to go. The 2-point Patriot try failed.
A squib kick was taken by Lee-Davis to the 41, where they began their final drive. Coalson gamely came back in at quarterback, as Lee-Davis had no choice but to pass the ball, with seconds remaining and no timeouts. On the third play from scrimmage, Coalson, while going down, flipped the ball ahead to a teammate, but a PH defender tipped the pass up in the air and Josh Thomas intercepted the ball, and took a huge hit, but held onto the completion to give PH the ball, and the win.
Lee-Davis lost two quarterbacks, watched a third struggle, and changed their offense, not by choice, in the second half, committed 17 penalties, and were guilty of five turnovers. Patrick Henry found a way to win despite not scoring a touchdown on offense until the final minute of play.
Kudos to Jay Waller for a stronger second half performance, in spite of the interception in the end zone, which, for a time, looked like it could be the game-clincher for Lee-Davis.
This Tomato Bowl will be talked about from Beaverdam to Old Church and everywhere in between for years to come. Though no playoff implications were probably in play, as opposed to many other past meetings, tonight proved that, no matter how many high schools are opened in Hanover County, there's NOTHING like the Tomato Bowl.
Patrick Henry, now 1-2, opens Colonial District play at home next Friday against Thomas Jefferson. Listen beginning at 6:30pm on WHAN-AM (1430), or click on the listen link here at patrickhenrysports.com!
Podcast of the Tomato Bowl will be posted by Saturday night. If you missed the game, you'll want this one.
When it was over, several players were injured, all were exhausted, 26 flags were thrown, one was not thrown, a 24-point lead was lost and an underdog shocked the home team.
I don't even know where to begin. So, how about the start? :)
Lee-Davis spent the first half dominating the line of scrimmage. Every play, both sides of the ball. They rushed for 150 yards in the first half, 104 by D'Vonte Scott alone.
But they also had plenty of misfortune and blown opportunities. Lee-Davis' two-quarterback system took an early hit when, first, senior William Coalson went down with a foot problem, then, junior Israel Vaughan was injured (left foot or ankle). Coalson was able to return, while Vaughan was on crutches watching the rest of the game from the sideline.
Scott scored the first two touchdowns of the night, with Chance Stone converting two 2-point conversions to give Lee-Davis an early 16-0 lead. Later in the second, Coalson hit Stone on a slant screen to the left side and Stone got one needed block and raced untouched 73 yards to make it 22-0. Another 2-point conversion made it 24-0 Confederates with 6:16 to go before halftime.
But on the play, Coalson took a hit and went out again with an ankle injury. Late in the second, third-string quarterback Travis Stallings' first pass was intercepted by Tre Bowden, who went 82 yards for the lone PH touchdown, making the halftime score 24-7.
The Patriots offense had zero yards of offense at halftime, got their one score on defense and seemed to have no answer for Lee-Davis' runs off-tackle. In spite of 12 first-half penalties and multiple turnovers, the home team led by 17 at halftime.
Enter the second half.
On the second play, Scott took a handoff and was drilled by a PH defender, losing the ball. Kenny Mock picked it up and raced 35 yards for the TD. A botched extra point later, Patrick Henry, with zero yards of offense, was only down 24-13.
Lee-Davis continued to lose players to injury, two for the game, others for critical plays or series. Stallings' second pass of the night was woefully short and far away from his intended receiver, so the Confederates opted to put in WR/TE Caleb Wyatt as the "wildcat quarterback". He never attempted a pass. He did gain most of his 107 yards in the second half, but the depleted offense could not gain traction.
Luis Carillo kicked a 22-yard field goal when a drive stalled to make it 24-16. On the ensuing kickoff, Lee-Davis forgot to fall on the football when it was pooched kick to around the 25. Ross Jones flew down the sideline and recovered the live ball and PH had it in the red zone.
They couldn't convert for six and Luis Carillo drilled a 32-yarder from the left hashmark, and, suddenly, with a quarter to play, it was 24-19.
PH mounted a drive in the middle of the final stanza, but, on second down from inside the 10, Jay Waller's fade pass to Raymon Minor in the end zone corner was underthrown, and Tyrell Eaton outjumped Minor for the interception in the end zone. He was tackled trying to make a play at the one-yard line.
Lee-Davis got one first down but stalled and had to punt with under three minutes to go. Patrick Henry was out of timeouts. It was time for what they may refer to in Ashland forever as "The Drive, Version 2010".
Big Play #1---Waller's pass across the middle from the 25 ended up at midfield, where two Patriots and three Confederates fought for the ball. A Confederate defender ran out of the pile with the ball, then, a few seconds later, a penalty flag. In the end, the officials determine Kenny Mock caught the ball at the Lee-Davis 48, and Lee-Davis was guilty of interference. So, tack on 15 yards, and suddenly, the Patriots are at the Lee-Davis 33.
Big Play #2---From the 28, Waller looks for Raymon Minor, single-covered down the left sideline. Minor caught the ball at the 9. This humble blogger, while broadcasting the game, saw what I fully believed to be offensive pass interference, as Minor pushed off the L-D defender before catching the ball. No flag was thrown. Lee-Davis fans erupted, beside themselves over the non-call. Suddenly, it was 1st and goal, Patriots, at the 9 yard line with 55 seconds to go.
Big Play #3---On the next play, instead of passing into coverage, Brian Houchens stepped out to the left flat, caught the ball and dashed to the pylon, scoring from nine yards out to make it 25-24 with :47.6 to go. The 2-point Patriot try failed.
A squib kick was taken by Lee-Davis to the 41, where they began their final drive. Coalson gamely came back in at quarterback, as Lee-Davis had no choice but to pass the ball, with seconds remaining and no timeouts. On the third play from scrimmage, Coalson, while going down, flipped the ball ahead to a teammate, but a PH defender tipped the pass up in the air and Josh Thomas intercepted the ball, and took a huge hit, but held onto the completion to give PH the ball, and the win.
Lee-Davis lost two quarterbacks, watched a third struggle, and changed their offense, not by choice, in the second half, committed 17 penalties, and were guilty of five turnovers. Patrick Henry found a way to win despite not scoring a touchdown on offense until the final minute of play.
Kudos to Jay Waller for a stronger second half performance, in spite of the interception in the end zone, which, for a time, looked like it could be the game-clincher for Lee-Davis.
This Tomato Bowl will be talked about from Beaverdam to Old Church and everywhere in between for years to come. Though no playoff implications were probably in play, as opposed to many other past meetings, tonight proved that, no matter how many high schools are opened in Hanover County, there's NOTHING like the Tomato Bowl.
Patrick Henry, now 1-2, opens Colonial District play at home next Friday against Thomas Jefferson. Listen beginning at 6:30pm on WHAN-AM (1430), or click on the listen link here at patrickhenrysports.com!
Podcast of the Tomato Bowl will be posted by Saturday night. If you missed the game, you'll want this one.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Week One: Hanover 49, Patrick Henry 21
The defending Division 5 Regional Champions are back for more.
Deane Cheatham rushed for over 100 yards in the first half alone, and the Hanover Hawks took advantage of an inexperienced, overmatched Patrick Henry defense to cruise to an opening night 49-21 win over the Patriots, ruining the head coaching debut of Sam Hart.
Hanover scored touchdowns on their first five possessions, all coming on the ground. The lone PH score of the first half was also on the ground, thanks to a 45-yard TD run by fullback Josh Thomas, cutting the deficit at the time to 14-7. It was 35-7 by halftime.
Jay Waller opened his second season at quarterback with no interceptions, a touchdown pass in the second half, but also overthrew several open receivers. Hanover QB Sam Rogers, starting his second season and only a sophomore, didn't need to rely on the passing game, completing 3 of 6 passes for 52 yards.
There are many people who believe Hanover, winners of two of the past three Division 5 Regional Titles, may finally win the Capital District title, something they've never done, thanks to Varina and Highland Springs. After seeing them tonight, I share in that sentiment. If the offensive line and linebacking play of Hanover continues to improve on their impressive opening night performances, the Hawks will be a tough match for anyone in the Central Region.
Hanover now leads the overall series with Patrick Henry 5-4, winning their last five straight against the Patriots. PH has not won on opening night since a win over Hanover in 2006.
Patrick Henry must now regroup, especially on both the offensive and defensive lines, and get ready for a rough road test against another county team with Division 5 playoff hopes, the Atlee Raiders.
Listen for all the action next Friday, 9/17, at 6:30pm, on WHAN, 1430!
Deane Cheatham rushed for over 100 yards in the first half alone, and the Hanover Hawks took advantage of an inexperienced, overmatched Patrick Henry defense to cruise to an opening night 49-21 win over the Patriots, ruining the head coaching debut of Sam Hart.
Hanover scored touchdowns on their first five possessions, all coming on the ground. The lone PH score of the first half was also on the ground, thanks to a 45-yard TD run by fullback Josh Thomas, cutting the deficit at the time to 14-7. It was 35-7 by halftime.
Jay Waller opened his second season at quarterback with no interceptions, a touchdown pass in the second half, but also overthrew several open receivers. Hanover QB Sam Rogers, starting his second season and only a sophomore, didn't need to rely on the passing game, completing 3 of 6 passes for 52 yards.
There are many people who believe Hanover, winners of two of the past three Division 5 Regional Titles, may finally win the Capital District title, something they've never done, thanks to Varina and Highland Springs. After seeing them tonight, I share in that sentiment. If the offensive line and linebacking play of Hanover continues to improve on their impressive opening night performances, the Hawks will be a tough match for anyone in the Central Region.
Hanover now leads the overall series with Patrick Henry 5-4, winning their last five straight against the Patriots. PH has not won on opening night since a win over Hanover in 2006.
Patrick Henry must now regroup, especially on both the offensive and defensive lines, and get ready for a rough road test against another county team with Division 5 playoff hopes, the Atlee Raiders.
Listen for all the action next Friday, 9/17, at 6:30pm, on WHAN, 1430!
It's Opening Night for PH! Listen live!
Join us on WHAN (1430) beginning at 6:30pm for the pre-game show, where we will preview the 2010 season.
Then at 7pm, the season kicks off when the Patriots and new coach Sam Hart take on the defending Division 5 Regional Champions, the Hanover Hawks!
Then at 7pm, the season kicks off when the Patriots and new coach Sam Hart take on the defending Division 5 Regional Champions, the Hanover Hawks!
Thursday, September 09, 2010
WEEK ONE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
Armstrong at Thomas Jefferson, 4 p.m.
Collegiate at Trinity Episcopal, 4 (on WHAN-AM 1430 at 3:45pm)
Blessed Sacrament Huguenot at North Cross, 4:30
Atlee at Deep Run, 7
Hanover at Patrick Henry, 7 (on WHAN-AM 1430 at 6:30pm)
Caroline at Henrico, 7
Highland Springs at Meadowbrook, 7
Hermitage at Lee-Davis, 7
Dinwiddie at Varina, 7
James River at Douglas Freeman, 7
Mills Godwin at Monacan, 7
Woodberry Forest at J.R. Tucker, 7
New Kent at King William, 7
Goochland at Amelia Co., 7
West Point at Northampton, 7
Thomas Dale at Manchester, 7:30
Hopewell at Cosby, 7:30
Matoaca at L.C. Bird, 7:30
Prince George at Clover Hill, 7:30
Huguenot at Monticello, 7:30
Powhatan at Midlothian, 7:30
Louisa at Spotsylvania, 7:30
SATURDAY
Jamestown at John Marshall, 1 p.m.
St. Stephen's/St. Agnes at St. Christopher's, 1
Benedictine at Bishop Ireton, 2
Collegiate at Trinity Episcopal, 4 (on WHAN-AM 1430 at 3:45pm)
Blessed Sacrament Huguenot at North Cross, 4:30
Atlee at Deep Run, 7
Hanover at Patrick Henry, 7 (on WHAN-AM 1430 at 6:30pm)
Caroline at Henrico, 7
Highland Springs at Meadowbrook, 7
Hermitage at Lee-Davis, 7
Dinwiddie at Varina, 7
James River at Douglas Freeman, 7
Mills Godwin at Monacan, 7
Woodberry Forest at J.R. Tucker, 7
New Kent at King William, 7
Goochland at Amelia Co., 7
West Point at Northampton, 7
Thomas Dale at Manchester, 7:30
Hopewell at Cosby, 7:30
Matoaca at L.C. Bird, 7:30
Prince George at Clover Hill, 7:30
Huguenot at Monticello, 7:30
Powhatan at Midlothian, 7:30
Louisa at Spotsylvania, 7:30
SATURDAY
Jamestown at John Marshall, 1 p.m.
St. Stephen's/St. Agnes at St. Christopher's, 1
Benedictine at Bishop Ireton, 2
Saturday, September 04, 2010
Atlee is first county school to win this season....
21 points directly off turnovers and a 100 yard rushing effort by Trevor Elie led the Atlee Raiders to a 42-7 romp over Benedictine in their season opener Friday night at home.
Atlee next faces Deep Run before hosting Patrick Henry on September 17th! Click on the title for more details on the game.
Atlee next faces Deep Run before hosting Patrick Henry on September 17th! Click on the title for more details on the game.
Friday, September 03, 2010
Football Scrimmage Victory for Pats!
Patrick Henry defeated Caroline Thursday night in the final scrimmage before the 2010 season, and the Sam Hart era, officially begin in Ashland. The final was 23-6.
Patrick Henry opens the '10 Campaign next Friday night, September 10th, against the reigning Division 5 Regional Champion, the Hanover Hawks. Kickoff is at 7pm!
Patrick Henry opens the '10 Campaign next Friday night, September 10th, against the reigning Division 5 Regional Champion, the Hanover Hawks. Kickoff is at 7pm!
Girls Volleyball Team Takes Out Henrico in 5
Patrick Henry ------------------------- 26 25 23 18 10
Henrico ------------------------- 24 19 25 25 15
Highlights: Anna Hogue (PH) 4 aces, 6 kills; Dani Washington (PH) 8 aces, 5 kills; Amber Wilson (H) 6 kills, ace; Auriana Banks (H) 4 kills, 5 blocks; Stephany Yang (H) 6 aces, 38 assists
Records: Patrick Henry 3-1; Henrico 1-2
Henrico ------------------------- 24 19 25 25 15
Highlights: Anna Hogue (PH) 4 aces, 6 kills; Dani Washington (PH) 8 aces, 5 kills; Amber Wilson (H) 6 kills, ace; Auriana Banks (H) 4 kills, 5 blocks; Stephany Yang (H) 6 aces, 38 assists
Records: Patrick Henry 3-1; Henrico 1-2
Boys Volleyball sweeps Henrico in three straight!
The Pats move to 2-2 overall on the young season. Click on the title above for more information, courtesy of the Times-Dispatch.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
In Memoriam: Terry Sisisky 1952-2010
There has never been a more ardent supporter of high school football on Richmond area radio than Terry Sisisky.
While only missing 3 games as the voice of VCU Rams basketball in 28 years of service (1980-2008), he was a constant presence on the radio, covering Petersburg High School football and basketball, as well as coverage of countless other regular season and playoff games on stations up and down the area dial.
The 2010 season and beyond will not be the same without having Terry broadcasting the Crimson Wave, being able to listen to him on his web site.
My personal career was heavily influenced by his consistency, enthusiasm, and work ethic. I count myself so honored to have been his friend and colleague, and I will miss him greatly.
Long live the T-Man!
While only missing 3 games as the voice of VCU Rams basketball in 28 years of service (1980-2008), he was a constant presence on the radio, covering Petersburg High School football and basketball, as well as coverage of countless other regular season and playoff games on stations up and down the area dial.
The 2010 season and beyond will not be the same without having Terry broadcasting the Crimson Wave, being able to listen to him on his web site.
My personal career was heavily influenced by his consistency, enthusiasm, and work ethic. I count myself so honored to have been his friend and colleague, and I will miss him greatly.
Long live the T-Man!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Honoring Coach Long
Click on the title for a link to an article by our friend David Halstead at the Herald-Progress on last Saturday night's roast to honor the retiring legendary sideline general.
Tuesday, June 08, 2010
Monday, June 07, 2010
Monday, December 07, 2009
Herald-Progress article on Ray Long
Click on the title for a good article featuring conversation with Ray Long regarding his decision to retire and some of the "circumstances" surrounding it.
Here's one person hoping his wish at the end of the article comes true early next September.
Here's one person hoping his wish at the end of the article comes true early next September.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
A word on Ray Long.......
Coach Ray Long came to Patrick Henry from what was then Liberty Junior High School in the fall of 1982 to become head football coach. My class did the same, so I arrived as a sophomore at PH when Long took over the reins.
Those of us who grew up in Western Hanover County in the 1970s knew what Patrick Henry Football represented: very, very little. Losing seasons were the normal, 1-9 was nothing unusual. The thought of having a winning football program at PH was, at worst, laughable, at best, somewhat of a pipe dream.
Ray Long changed all that.
He (as well as the many wonderful assistants who were with him, several for most of his tenure) instilled some things in Ashland that hadn't been found previously.
--Determination
--Focus
--Pride
--Work Ethic
--Enthusiasm
He also was able to recruit kids to try out for the team who, in the past, either didn't want to or simply weren't reached out to.
Here's how the 1982-83 yearbook described Ray Long's first season as Head Football Coach:
"Triumph. Victory. Disappointment. They were all felt during Patrick Henry's most successful football season in 14 years. Coach Long's great leadership ability carried the team to a top 10 position in the district. Not only was there a turnaround statistic-wise, but there was also a turnaround in school spirit and support by Patriot fans. No longer did you find the home side bleachers clearing with the 4th quarter; anxious fans stayed to see the entire victory spectacle. The season provided everyone with a new attitude about being a Patriot."
Upon that foundation, Coach Long leaves tonight with 228 career wins, the most ever in the Central Region.
I remember "storming the field" when PH upset then Richmond powerhouse (and state ranked) Jefferson-Huguenot-Wythe 3-0. I remember the picture of Coach Long holding a football high, being carried off the field by players after the season finale victory over Douglas Freeman in '82, finishing off an unheard of 7-3 Patriot campaign.
I was in the press box when PH finally beat Lee-Davis in the Tomato Bowl in 1983. The first "long trip" my Dad ever let me drive on my own after getting my driver's license was to make the journey from Beaverdam to Hopewell to watch PH in its first-ever playoff appearance against the Blue Devils in November, 1983.
And now, after having been blessed to watch almost every game over the past eight seasons from the press box as well (albeit on the "wrong" side of the field for us elder Patriot alumni--ha ha), I'm honored to say I had a very small part in bringing the story of a true legend to a community he dedicated his life to and loves so dearly.
I already see rumors online that his "retirement" may not of been of his own choosing. It's way too early to know "the whole story". If he was pushed out, shame on the current administration. Either way, Long is too much of a man to tell us what happened. He simply retired.
At the end of the 2008 season, I noted on the air that the Patriots were going into 2009 with more questions than they had had in many, many years. There were large losses to graduation, and the "heir apparent" running back and quarterback weren't obvious to us as observers and fans.
Now, with today's announcement, the number of questions surrounding 2010 and beyond far outnumber the questions of 12 months ago.
I do ask the Patrick Henry decisionmakers to be very prudent about how the program moves forward. One losing season doth not a "problem" make. Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater.
In the meantime, I wish Coach Long happiness and great success. And if any high school in the area is looking......they'd idiots not to at least ask him. :)
Those of us who grew up in Western Hanover County in the 1970s knew what Patrick Henry Football represented: very, very little. Losing seasons were the normal, 1-9 was nothing unusual. The thought of having a winning football program at PH was, at worst, laughable, at best, somewhat of a pipe dream.
Ray Long changed all that.
He (as well as the many wonderful assistants who were with him, several for most of his tenure) instilled some things in Ashland that hadn't been found previously.
--Determination
--Focus
--Pride
--Work Ethic
--Enthusiasm
He also was able to recruit kids to try out for the team who, in the past, either didn't want to or simply weren't reached out to.
Here's how the 1982-83 yearbook described Ray Long's first season as Head Football Coach:
"Triumph. Victory. Disappointment. They were all felt during Patrick Henry's most successful football season in 14 years. Coach Long's great leadership ability carried the team to a top 10 position in the district. Not only was there a turnaround statistic-wise, but there was also a turnaround in school spirit and support by Patriot fans. No longer did you find the home side bleachers clearing with the 4th quarter; anxious fans stayed to see the entire victory spectacle. The season provided everyone with a new attitude about being a Patriot."
Upon that foundation, Coach Long leaves tonight with 228 career wins, the most ever in the Central Region.
I remember "storming the field" when PH upset then Richmond powerhouse (and state ranked) Jefferson-Huguenot-Wythe 3-0. I remember the picture of Coach Long holding a football high, being carried off the field by players after the season finale victory over Douglas Freeman in '82, finishing off an unheard of 7-3 Patriot campaign.
I was in the press box when PH finally beat Lee-Davis in the Tomato Bowl in 1983. The first "long trip" my Dad ever let me drive on my own after getting my driver's license was to make the journey from Beaverdam to Hopewell to watch PH in its first-ever playoff appearance against the Blue Devils in November, 1983.
And now, after having been blessed to watch almost every game over the past eight seasons from the press box as well (albeit on the "wrong" side of the field for us elder Patriot alumni--ha ha), I'm honored to say I had a very small part in bringing the story of a true legend to a community he dedicated his life to and loves so dearly.
I already see rumors online that his "retirement" may not of been of his own choosing. It's way too early to know "the whole story". If he was pushed out, shame on the current administration. Either way, Long is too much of a man to tell us what happened. He simply retired.
At the end of the 2008 season, I noted on the air that the Patriots were going into 2009 with more questions than they had had in many, many years. There were large losses to graduation, and the "heir apparent" running back and quarterback weren't obvious to us as observers and fans.
Now, with today's announcement, the number of questions surrounding 2010 and beyond far outnumber the questions of 12 months ago.
I do ask the Patrick Henry decisionmakers to be very prudent about how the program moves forward. One losing season doth not a "problem" make. Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater.
In the meantime, I wish Coach Long happiness and great success. And if any high school in the area is looking......they'd idiots not to at least ask him. :)
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Atlee/Lee-Davis now Monday!
Atlee's fight to make the Division 5 Playoffs will now wait until Monday. The game at Lee-Davis scheduled for Friday night will now be played Monday night at a special kickoff time of 7:30pm.
The JV game between the Raiders and Confederates, scheduled for this evening, will take place Monday at 5:30 at Atlee High.
The JV game between the Raiders and Confederates, scheduled for this evening, will take place Monday at 5:30 at Atlee High.
More postponements.......
Clover Hill, a shoo-in for the D5 Playoffs, will now play Henrico on Monday at 7pm.
Add this to the rescheduling of:
Hermitage/Patrick Henry to Monday at 6pm
JR Tucker/Deep Run to Monday at 7pm.
Add this to the rescheduling of:
Hermitage/Patrick Henry to Monday at 6pm
JR Tucker/Deep Run to Monday at 7pm.
Patrick Henry/Hermitage Football Postponed to Monday
Senior Night has been moved to Monday, 11/16. The Hermitage/Patrick Henry varsity football game will begin at 6pm.
Tonight's JV game between the two schools has been cancelled.
The Colonial District game between J.R. Tucker and Deep Run is postponed until Monday at 7pm at Deep Run.
Tonight's JV game between the two schools has been cancelled.
The Colonial District game between J.R. Tucker and Deep Run is postponed until Monday at 7pm at Deep Run.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Homecoming Friday Night!!
Patrick Henry's 50th Homecoming Celebration Weekend is here!
The Patriots look to win on Homecoming night versus Douglas Freeman. Join us at the field and bring your radio to listen to our coverage on WHAN (1430) beginning just after the 6:30pm news.
See you there!!
The Patriots look to win on Homecoming night versus Douglas Freeman. Join us at the field and bring your radio to listen to our coverage on WHAN (1430) beginning just after the 6:30pm news.
See you there!!
Friday, October 09, 2009
Patrick Henry on the air Saturday at 5pm!!
WHAN will provide delayed coverage of Patrick Henry's game against John Marshall at 5pm tomorrow (Saturday, 10/10).
Here's the football schedule for WHAN this weekend:
NOW (345pm, Friday): Woodberry Forest at Collegiate in a battle of unbeatens!
Saturday 10/10 at 12:30pm, Randolph Macon at Frostburg State, LIVE!
SATURDAY 10/10 at 5pm, Patrick Henry at John Marshall (delayed broadcast)
So, come cheer on the Patriots at John Marshall at 1pm, then listen to the game at 5!
Have a great football weekend, everyone!
Here's the football schedule for WHAN this weekend:
NOW (345pm, Friday): Woodberry Forest at Collegiate in a battle of unbeatens!
Saturday 10/10 at 12:30pm, Randolph Macon at Frostburg State, LIVE!
SATURDAY 10/10 at 5pm, Patrick Henry at John Marshall (delayed broadcast)
So, come cheer on the Patriots at John Marshall at 1pm, then listen to the game at 5!
Have a great football weekend, everyone!
Saturday, October 03, 2009
PH WINS, 59-12, over Thomas Jefferson
The Patriots break out with a huge 45 point first half to slay offensive frustrations and lead PH to their first win of the year. Click on the title above for all the details.
Friday, October 02, 2009
Some Week 4 Finals.......
Highland Springs 13, Hanover 7
Hermitage 20, Deep Run 14 in OT
Matoaca 46, Prince George 0
Thomas Dale 34, Petersburg 14
Still waiting to hear on PH/TJ......
Hermitage 20, Deep Run 14 in OT
Matoaca 46, Prince George 0
Thomas Dale 34, Petersburg 14
Still waiting to hear on PH/TJ......
Off the air tonight..........
Very sorry to report we have had to cancel our broadcast tonight of the Patrick Henry/Thomas Jefferson game due to my illness. I'd much rather broadcast football than throw up and ache, that's for sure!
I'm following two broadcasts online right now and suggest you do the same! Always like to support my friends:
Gary Hess at sportsradio910.com is at the Deep Run/Hermitage game (Hermitage just took the lead)
Terry Sisisky at amen820.com is at the Thomas Dale/Petersburg game (Dale leads 14-0).
We'll be back, promise!!!
I'm following two broadcasts online right now and suggest you do the same! Always like to support my friends:
Gary Hess at sportsradio910.com is at the Deep Run/Hermitage game (Hermitage just took the lead)
Terry Sisisky at amen820.com is at the Thomas Dale/Petersburg game (Dale leads 14-0).
We'll be back, promise!!!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
NEW DigitalSports.com Top 10 High School Football Poll
Click on the title link to see the Top 10, and congrats to Atlee and Lee-Davis for cracking the poll!!
Monday, September 28, 2009
Lee-Davis Wins 50th Tomato Bowl
Click on the title of this entry to read the thoughts of Lee Davis Head Coach Jason Meade on the fourth down resilency of the Confederates and how it was key in winning their first Tomato Bowl since 2004.
The win "returns the favor", spoiling the Patriots' 50th Anniversary Celebration, just as Patrick Henry did one year earlier at Lee Davis' 50th, winning in Mechanicsville, 14-13.
This marks Patrick Henry's first 0-3 start in 20 years and the first time since Hanover High opened in 2003 that the Patriots lost to all three county school rivals in the same season.
The win "returns the favor", spoiling the Patriots' 50th Anniversary Celebration, just as Patrick Henry did one year earlier at Lee Davis' 50th, winning in Mechanicsville, 14-13.
This marks Patrick Henry's first 0-3 start in 20 years and the first time since Hanover High opened in 2003 that the Patriots lost to all three county school rivals in the same season.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Tomato Bowl Preview---Times-Dispatch
Click on the title for today's article from the Richmond Times-Dispatch on tonight's Tomato Bowl!
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Colonial District Poll Results
Hermitage
31 votes / 25.41 %
Deep Run
9 votes / 7.38 %
Patrick Henry
16 votes / 13.11 %
Douglas Freeman
0 votes / 0 %
Mills Godwin
13 votes / 10.66 %
John Marshall
2 votes / 1.64 %
J.R. Tucker
35 votes / 28.69 %
Thomas Jefferson
16 votes / 13.11 %
Other
0 votes / 0 %
31 votes / 25.41 %
Deep Run
9 votes / 7.38 %
Patrick Henry
16 votes / 13.11 %
Douglas Freeman
0 votes / 0 %
Mills Godwin
13 votes / 10.66 %
John Marshall
2 votes / 1.64 %
J.R. Tucker
35 votes / 28.69 %
Thomas Jefferson
16 votes / 13.11 %
Other
0 votes / 0 %
Sunday, September 20, 2009
NC State's Russell Wilson sets passing mark - NCAA Football - SI.com
Congrats to the Collegiate School graduate!!!
NC State's Russell Wilson sets passing mark - NCAA Football - SI.com
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NC State's Russell Wilson sets passing mark - NCAA Football - SI.com
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Atlee 46, Patrick Henry 7
BIG win for the Raiders, one that has been, in their fans eyes, a long, long time coming, after many years of being on the losing end of lopsided scores against the Patriots.
Congratulations to Coach Roscoe Johnson and team on their first-ever 3-0 start!!!
Patrick Henry now must find a way to regroup and get ready for the 50th Tomato Bowl this Friday night against Lee-Davis.
Congratulations to Coach Roscoe Johnson and team on their first-ever 3-0 start!!!
Patrick Henry now must find a way to regroup and get ready for the 50th Tomato Bowl this Friday night against Lee-Davis.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Central Region Football Podcast!
Click on the BlogTalkRadio.com widget to the right, LIVE at 7pm ET, or anytime as a podcast!!
We review week one and preview week two!!
We review week one and preview week two!!
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Patrick Henry/Hanover Podcast Available!
The podcast is available! Look just above this blog post to listen or download. We lost recording connectivity about halfway through the 4th quarter, with the game well in hand for Hanover. We'll get the kinks worked out for you in time for the Atlee game next week! :)
Friday, September 11, 2009
2009 Week One Schedule!
Patrick Henry at Hanover, 6:30 pregame, 7pm kickoff on WHAN!!
(Teams in italics are Colonial District schools)
COUNTY GAMES:
Deep Run at Atlee, 7pm
Lee-Davis at Hermitage, 7pm
OTHER GAMES:
Thomas Jefferson at Armstrong, 4pm
Trinity Episcopal at Collegiate, 4pm (ALSO ON WHAN-AM, 1430!!)
Meadowbrook at Highland Springs, 7pm
Varina at Dinwiddie, 7pm
L.C. Bird at Matoaca, 7pm
Monacan at Mills Godwin, 7pm
Benedictine at J.R. Tucker, 7pm
Henrico at Caroline, 7:30pm
Hopewell at Cosby, 7:30pm
Clover Hill at Prince George, 7:30pm
Manchester at Thomas Dale, 7:30pm
Douglas Freeman at James River, 7:30pm
Huguenot at Monticello, 7:30pm
Midlothian at Powhatan, 7:30pm
Amelia at Goochland, 7:30pm
King William at New Kent, 7:30pm
Saturday Sept. 12
John Marshall at Jamestown, 1:30.
(Teams in italics are Colonial District schools)
COUNTY GAMES:
Deep Run at Atlee, 7pm
Lee-Davis at Hermitage, 7pm
OTHER GAMES:
Thomas Jefferson at Armstrong, 4pm
Trinity Episcopal at Collegiate, 4pm (ALSO ON WHAN-AM, 1430!!)
Meadowbrook at Highland Springs, 7pm
Varina at Dinwiddie, 7pm
L.C. Bird at Matoaca, 7pm
Monacan at Mills Godwin, 7pm
Benedictine at J.R. Tucker, 7pm
Henrico at Caroline, 7:30pm
Hopewell at Cosby, 7:30pm
Clover Hill at Prince George, 7:30pm
Manchester at Thomas Dale, 7:30pm
Douglas Freeman at James River, 7:30pm
Huguenot at Monticello, 7:30pm
Midlothian at Powhatan, 7:30pm
Amelia at Goochland, 7:30pm
King William at New Kent, 7:30pm
Saturday Sept. 12
John Marshall at Jamestown, 1:30.
Tuesday, September 08, 2009
PREMIERE----Central Region Football Internet Radio Show!!
I am happy to announce that, premiering next Monday, September 14th at 7pm, I will be hosting the first-ever weekly Internet radio show dedicated to Central Region High School Football!
Click here or on the title link to go to the page where you can join in. CALL IN with your questions and chat live with me in the chatroom, Monday nights at 7p!
Can't join me then? The show will be available for download anytime after the show HERE at PatrickHenrySports.com! Just click on the BlogTalkRadio.com widget to the right!
Click here or on the title link to go to the page where you can join in. CALL IN with your questions and chat live with me in the chatroom, Monday nights at 7p!
Can't join me then? The show will be available for download anytime after the show HERE at PatrickHenrySports.com! Just click on the BlogTalkRadio.com widget to the right!
Monday, September 07, 2009
FREE Colonial District Preview from Virginiapreps.com
Tom Garrett and the gang at virginiapreps.com do a fantastic job covering all things high school.
This year, take advantage of their free Colonial District Preview by clicking on the title! And consider becoming a member there; they do fantastic work all year 'round!
This year, take advantage of their free Colonial District Preview by clicking on the title! And consider becoming a member there; they do fantastic work all year 'round!
Sunday, September 06, 2009
Atlee wins opener over Benedictine, 14-12
Published: September 4, 2009
Tailback Trevor Elie had 103 yards rushing and scored two touchdowns as Atlee edged Benedictine in a non-district game at Atlee.
Benedictine (0-2) took a 12-7 first-half lead on the second of Isaiah Alston's two touchdown runs. But Atlee's Josh Doggett intercepted a pass in the third quarter and returned it to the Cadets' 5-yard line. Elie scored on the next play for the Raiders (1-0).
Benedictine quarterback Greg Petrohovich was 12 of 22 for 170 yards. Drew Petrohovich had six catches for 100 yards.
Benedictine ------------------------- 6 6 0 0 -- 12
Atlee ------------------------- 0 7 7 0 -- 14
B -- Alston 2 run (kick failed)
A -- Elie 6 run (Boothe kick)
B -- Alston 4 run (kick failed)
A -- Elie 5 run (Boothe kick)
Tailback Trevor Elie had 103 yards rushing and scored two touchdowns as Atlee edged Benedictine in a non-district game at Atlee.
Benedictine (0-2) took a 12-7 first-half lead on the second of Isaiah Alston's two touchdown runs. But Atlee's Josh Doggett intercepted a pass in the third quarter and returned it to the Cadets' 5-yard line. Elie scored on the next play for the Raiders (1-0).
Benedictine quarterback Greg Petrohovich was 12 of 22 for 170 yards. Drew Petrohovich had six catches for 100 yards.
Benedictine ------------------------- 6 6 0 0 -- 12
Atlee ------------------------- 0 7 7 0 -- 14
B -- Alston 2 run (kick failed)
A -- Elie 6 run (Boothe kick)
B -- Alston 4 run (kick failed)
A -- Elie 5 run (Boothe kick)
Colonial District: Colonial Heights 34, Thomas Jefferson 25
FROM TIMESDISPATCH.COM: Published: September 4, 2009
Vikings quarterback Marvin Robinson threw for 283 yards, rushed for 45, and threw four touchdowns. The Colonials went with a ground attack, as Calvin Rhodes had 19 carries for 120 yards, and Tyler Drewes had 23 carries for 152 yards.
Thomas Jefferson ------------------------- 7 6 0 12 -- 25
Colonial Heights ------------------------- 7 13 7 7 -- 34
TJ -- Bland 17 pass from Robinson (Byrne kick)
CH -- Brown 30 pass from Nears (Holzner kick)
CH -- Drewes 4 run (kick failed)
TJ -- Simpson 30 pass from Robinson (kick failed)
CH -- Rhodes 4 run (Holzner kick)
CH -- Brown 8 run (Holzner kick)
CH -- Drewes 25 run (Holzner kick)
TJ -- Tweedy 7 pass from Robinson (conversion failed)
TJ -- Simpson 11 pass from Robinson (conversion failed)
Vikings quarterback Marvin Robinson threw for 283 yards, rushed for 45, and threw four touchdowns. The Colonials went with a ground attack, as Calvin Rhodes had 19 carries for 120 yards, and Tyler Drewes had 23 carries for 152 yards.
Thomas Jefferson ------------------------- 7 6 0 12 -- 25
Colonial Heights ------------------------- 7 13 7 7 -- 34
TJ -- Bland 17 pass from Robinson (Byrne kick)
CH -- Brown 30 pass from Nears (Holzner kick)
CH -- Drewes 4 run (kick failed)
TJ -- Simpson 30 pass from Robinson (kick failed)
CH -- Rhodes 4 run (Holzner kick)
CH -- Brown 8 run (Holzner kick)
CH -- Drewes 25 run (Holzner kick)
TJ -- Tweedy 7 pass from Robinson (conversion failed)
TJ -- Simpson 11 pass from Robinson (conversion failed)
Friday, September 04, 2009
Patrick Henry Preview---DigitalSports.com!
Click on the title link for the scoop from Stephen Lewis and video from Coach Ray Long as the Patriots prepare for next week's opener at Hanover!
Wednesday, September 02, 2009
Patrick Henry Preview--Mechanicsville Local
A young team that may struggle, especially if the injury bug hits.
That's the view of the Mechanicsville Local of what may be the 2009 campaign for the Patriots.
Click on the title for the well-written preview!
That's the view of the Mechanicsville Local of what may be the 2009 campaign for the Patriots.
Click on the title for the well-written preview!
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
DigitalSports.com: Hermitage Preview
Click on the title link to read Stephen Lewis' report and watch his video preview of the defending Colonial District champions, the Hermitage Panthers.
Led by junior linebacking phenom Curtis Grant, lineman Daryl Howell and new quarterback Brendon Riddick, they are certainly favored to make it three straight District titles in 2009--find out more about the biggest obstacle to Patrick Henry's return to District prominence!
Led by junior linebacking phenom Curtis Grant, lineman Daryl Howell and new quarterback Brendon Riddick, they are certainly favored to make it three straight District titles in 2009--find out more about the biggest obstacle to Patrick Henry's return to District prominence!
Division V Update: Petersburg Wins Opener
Click on the title for the details of the Crimson Wave's season-opening victory. Quarterback Eric McGruder ran for two TD's and threw for two more in the 38-7 triumph.
Petersburg returns to the field in Norfolk against Maury this Thursday night. You can click here to listen to the webcast at 7pm!
Petersburg returns to the field in Norfolk against Maury this Thursday night. You can click here to listen to the webcast at 7pm!
Monday, August 31, 2009
Patrick Henry #12.........
Tom Garrett, veteran Central Region Football reporter, puts Patrick Henry at #12 in his pre-season countdown of the Central Region, just behind Hanover at #11.
His preview is part of the Premium package, which is definitely worth having during this time of year. Excellent reporting and analysis from Tom and the guys at Virginiapreps.com. AND, they offer a 7-day free trial.
Check them out by clicking on the title above!
His preview is part of the Premium package, which is definitely worth having during this time of year. Excellent reporting and analysis from Tom and the guys at Virginiapreps.com. AND, they offer a 7-day free trial.
Check them out by clicking on the title above!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
PH Boys Volleyball Win Opener
Congratulations to the Patrick Henry Boys Volleyball team for winning their opening match of 2009 yesterday, defeating the Henrico Warriors three games to none.
The final score was 25-19, 25-18, 25-22.
The final score was 25-19, 25-18, 25-22.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Lee-Davis 2009 Preview from DigitalSports.com
Click on the title to see and read Stephen Lewis' preview of the 2009 Lee-Davis Confederates!!
Hanover Hawks Preview from DigitalSports.com
Click on the title link for a full report from our friend Stephen Lewis at DigitalSports.com on the 2009 Hanover Hawks!
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Patriots go 7-on-7 in Harrisonburg--a first-hand account
Click on the title above to read Carter Neal's take on the first steps the 2009 Patrick Henry Patriots took toward victory by taking a road trip to Harrisonburg.
Hanover Hawks have first-ever D-1 signee!!
Click on the title to learn about Blake Jones, and where the Hanover senior will be playing on Saturdays starting in the fall of 2010!
Digital Sports Colonial District Profile: Thomas Jefferson
Click on the title to see Stephen Lewis' report on the Vikings, as they hope to break into the win column early in 2009!
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Atlee High Football Preview from Digital Sports
Click on the link for the article and video from Stephen Lewis' trip to Atlee, checking on the prospects for the 2009 Raiders, Patrick Henry's foe in week two, the home opener on September 18th!
Hanover High School to hit the airwaves!!!
I'm happy to announce that WHAN-AM (1430), the home of Patrick Henry football, will also be the home for the Hanover Hawks!
Games will be taped on Friday night and aired on Saturday mornings, except for the October 9th showdown with Varina, which will be broadcast LIVE!
Good luck to the Hawks and we welcome them aboard the growing football family at WHAN!
Games will be taped on Friday night and aired on Saturday mornings, except for the October 9th showdown with Varina, which will be broadcast LIVE!
Good luck to the Hawks and we welcome them aboard the growing football family at WHAN!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Good Luck Adrian Cavanaugh!
Click on the title to see video of #7 in action from his Patrick Henry days. We look forward to following Adrian as he cracks the starting lineup in Harrisonburg!
Go Adrian!
Go Adrian!
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Patrick Henry Turns 50! Get The Details!
Get the latest on Patrick Henry's 50th Anniversary celebration by clicking the title above for a link to the school's web site!
Monday, June 08, 2009
Central Region Division Reclassifications
Very little change for the next two seasons, unless you are a Cosby Titan. Welcome to the non-forgiving world of Division 6.
No word yet on the progress of "redistricting" for the 2010 season with the new Glen Allen High School on the horizon. If they elect not to field a varsity football team in 2010, one wonders how that might changes things, if at all.
PATRICK HENRY STAYS IN DIVISION FIVE-----great news for playoff prospects.
BOLD teams are in the Colonial District.
Italicized teams are in Hanover County.
2009 and 2010 FOOTBALL DIVISIONS
Central Region
Division 6
Thomas Dale: 2,374
Hermitage: 2,051
Varina: 2,015
James River: 2,005
Cosby: 1,902
Manchester: 1,902
Henrico: 1,887
Deep Run: 1,874
Meadowbrook: 1,859
Prince George: 1,815
Mills Godwin: 1,778
Highland Springs: 1,778
L.C. Bird: 1,723
Matoaca: 1,669
J.R. Tucker: 1,643
Lee-Davis: 1,639
Division 5
Douglas Freeman: 1,603
Patrick Henry: 1,555
Dinwiddie: 1,554
Clover Hill: 1,542
Atlee: 1,518
Midlothian: 1,465
Monacan: 1,367
Hanover: 1,338
Petersburg: 1,262
Huguenot: 1,206
Armstrong: 1,076
Hopewell: 1,059
George Wythe: 920
Colonial Heights: 896
John Marshall: 850
Thomas Jefferson: 735
(Maggie Walker Governor's School not included in divisional breakdown.)
No word yet on the progress of "redistricting" for the 2010 season with the new Glen Allen High School on the horizon. If they elect not to field a varsity football team in 2010, one wonders how that might changes things, if at all.
PATRICK HENRY STAYS IN DIVISION FIVE-----great news for playoff prospects.
BOLD teams are in the Colonial District.
Italicized teams are in Hanover County.
2009 and 2010 FOOTBALL DIVISIONS
Central Region
Division 6
Thomas Dale: 2,374
Hermitage: 2,051
Varina: 2,015
James River: 2,005
Cosby: 1,902
Manchester: 1,902
Henrico: 1,887
Deep Run: 1,874
Meadowbrook: 1,859
Prince George: 1,815
Mills Godwin: 1,778
Highland Springs: 1,778
L.C. Bird: 1,723
Matoaca: 1,669
J.R. Tucker: 1,643
Lee-Davis: 1,639
Division 5
Douglas Freeman: 1,603
Patrick Henry: 1,555
Dinwiddie: 1,554
Clover Hill: 1,542
Atlee: 1,518
Midlothian: 1,465
Monacan: 1,367
Hanover: 1,338
Petersburg: 1,262
Huguenot: 1,206
Armstrong: 1,076
Hopewell: 1,059
George Wythe: 920
Colonial Heights: 896
John Marshall: 850
Thomas Jefferson: 735
(Maggie Walker Governor's School not included in divisional breakdown.)
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
2009 Football Schedule for Patrick Henry!
Here it is!
Wed 08/26/09 @ *Scrimmage - Highland Springs High School 5:30PM
Thu 09/03/09 @ *Scrimmage - Cosby High School 7:00PM
Fri 09/11/09 @ Hanover 7:00PM
Fri 09/18/09 Atlee High School 7:00PM
Fri 09/25/09 50th Celebration 5:00PM
Fri 09/25/09 Lee-Davis 50th Celebration 50th Tomato Bowl 7:30PM
Fri 10/02/09 Thomas Jefferson High 7:00PM
Sat 10/10/09 @ John Marshall High School 1:00PM
Fri 10/16/09 Mills E Godwin High School 7:00PM
Fri 10/23/09 @ Deep Run High School 7:00PM
Fri 10/30/09 Douglas Freeman High School 7:00PM
Fri 11/06/09 @ John Randolph Tucker High School 7:00PM
Fri 11/13/09 Hermitage High School 7:00PM
Wed 08/26/09 @ *Scrimmage - Highland Springs High School 5:30PM
Thu 09/03/09 @ *Scrimmage - Cosby High School 7:00PM
Fri 09/11/09 @ Hanover 7:00PM
Fri 09/18/09 Atlee High School 7:00PM
Fri 09/25/09 50th Celebration 5:00PM
Fri 09/25/09 Lee-Davis 50th Celebration 50th Tomato Bowl 7:30PM
Fri 10/02/09 Thomas Jefferson High 7:00PM
Sat 10/10/09 @ John Marshall High School 1:00PM
Fri 10/16/09 Mills E Godwin High School 7:00PM
Fri 10/23/09 @ Deep Run High School 7:00PM
Fri 10/30/09 Douglas Freeman High School 7:00PM
Fri 11/06/09 @ John Randolph Tucker High School 7:00PM
Fri 11/13/09 Hermitage High School 7:00PM
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Spring has sprung!
....and so have plans for the 2009-2010 school year!
Soon we'll be announcing what's in store for September and beyond, from Patrick Henry High School football broadcasts to who knows?!?!
In the meantime, visit my NEW Web site (click HERE) for updates on new and exciting ventures!
As soon as we get the 2009 football schedule, you'll see it, right here!
Soon we'll be announcing what's in store for September and beyond, from Patrick Henry High School football broadcasts to who knows?!?!
In the meantime, visit my NEW Web site (click HERE) for updates on new and exciting ventures!
As soon as we get the 2009 football schedule, you'll see it, right here!
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