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I too am proud of the JCS eagles - they showed a lot of heart and character. The boys were ready to play and had been prepared well - showed a lot of confidence and desire. Coach Cooper does a good job with his baseball program and should be proud. Congrats to Webb who obviously was the best this year.

IMO as an interested bystander, don't matter if a batter's box is required, manditory whatever - from what I saw on the clip of the hit the DC player had to "win the game", it was a pitiful call and TSSAA and the umpire should apologize to DC for the biggest ripoff I've seen in high school baseball in a while. It should have been so obvious and no doubt for that call to have been made and the film don't lie. Wonder what motive the ump could have had for such a bogus call? Maybe he hated to see Cord's season end?

My son was at a Vanderbilt camp a few years ago and Coach Corbin won my heart when he had all the guys go to center field and gave them a 20 minute speech on honoring the American Flag, the soldiers who fight to protect it and our freedoms and showing respect during the National Anthem. It ain't always about winning or losing the game. What a great lesson - will always remember that. Thanks to the Brown family and our prayers are with you.

I thought it especially classy when 2 of TCA's players entertained the USJ stands by pointing to their crotches and raising their arms as to get the USJ fans to respond. I'm sure that there was a lot of mouthing, etc. , but the spark that started the fight was definitely the cheap hit on USJ #83 by TCA #60 (same player making gestures to the USJ crowd earlier) after the onsides kick had been recovered and downed. USJ should not have responded but when you see one of your own on the other end of a cheap shot I'm sure it's hard not to retaliate. I personally feel that maybe 1 player from each team deserves suspension.

Hey, I was just defending Morton from this asinine post. Nobody said he was Bartlett's only or even best player. You questioned where us people get the info that he is a stud and I told you - seen him play since he was 7 or 8 years old. Didn't say he was a great hitter, but when your 6' whatever he is and on the mound and throwing 90 mph (give or take a few mph) anywhere close to the strike zone in high school as a junior and with me at the plate, I'm thinking stud!! Also, a tough catcher. Agree with another post that bet he plays at the next level. Again, not taking away from Bartlett as a team (love to watch Coach Clark) and hope they do well - just disagree with your opinion of Morton

And you wouldn't want him on your high school team? I don't have a dog in this hunt but I have watched this guy play, usually from the opposite side of the field, since he was 7 or 8 yrs old and I would definitely say he has "studly" abilities. He has always been on teams that play at the highest level and has fared well, so fresh out of JV or not he has the ability to be great. Good luck to C'ville and Bartlett this year.

I'll go out on a limb and predict USJ will sqeak out a few wins this year??? Looks like they're into pain judging from their schedule. Should be a fun year

What is Morton topping out at on the mound, about 81 or 82 ? haha Who are the other top pitchers?

Look again!! Way to go JCS.

Trenton Peabody--CLASSY! Football team fought hard, good fans, great band/halftime show (best drum major I've ever seen - way to go Annie) and by far the best football announcer. A lot of school pride shown. Congratulations on having a fine school. BTW, cool to see the players, cheerleaders and ? others join the band at halftime.

A lot of good players in 8AA this year, but I think pound for pound Dusty Bright plays as hard and with as much heart as anyone. He doesn't always "make the front page" but week after week he's out there giving 110% and getting the job done. He has several roles on the team - DB, receiver, kick-off/punt returns, and general "madman" - and plays them all well. Gets my vote for all-region.

I don't think that the 3 USJ teams prior to this year were that bad - they had good talent. I think there were some bad decisions made that kept USJ's offense so "one dimensional" that it was difficult to win. Now that they have more versatility on offense they are able to once again be successful. As a result of those 3 "bad years", USJ decided based mainly on football to go D-2. I think a lot of people are questioning this decision and not only for football. At any rate good to see USJ football enjoying success again and the future looks bright, but maybe not quite as exciting and challenging as 2a. BTW, good ballgame Friday night - there was a lot of heart shown by both teams. At one point I thought Chandler was trying to break Martindale's leg, but then realized he was just trying to help out with a leg cramp!

Oh you are cruel Gocart! Could very well be wet which would "dampen" things a bit for both offenses. Haven't seen Cody play but I know he is talented. Even if it is wet, Overbey and his receivers will do fine. The O line has really stepped up this year and with good protection Jake can make it happen. We now have mobility at the QB position and that has opened a lot of doors that have not been there the last couple of years. Despite what some think, USJ does have a running game and might even use it if need be. Are both teams healthy? Should be a great night!

Who are some of the Northside linemen? Heard Cox is a beast. What about Franks?

Best I remember they didn't try to run against Milan(1 attempt)-why should they when they had over 400 yards passing and scored 35 points!! No doubt with Dietz and Sauls USJ can run if they have to, they just haven't had to yet