Swildcat1967

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- These are the Youth football teams of the Sequoyah Conference that come from Monroe Co., and made the Playoffs. Including their records and seed in the playoffs. - Crickets: Sweetwater #1 (10-0), Vonore #6 (4-6). Hoppers: Sweetwater #3 (8-2). Juniors: Sweetwater #3 (7-3) , Madisonville #6 (5-5). - overall records of all teams combined. Sweetwater 28 -12, Madisonville 11 - 29, Vonore 8 - 32. - Now you can't just look at these stats, Coaching, politics, and lots more can make a big difference in Youth Football, some places are worse than others.

I also hate to hear about Odell, he is a fine young man and awesome player! I have watched this young man run the rock since he was very young and you could see all his potential even way back then. We will be praying for a speedy recovery and I know he has the heart to make it happen!

Ok Logcabin, your turn. Tell me why you think Sweetwater will come in last place? What inside information do you have? Or is it just an opinion? I actually get a real good look at most of the players coming up to these teams, from their feeder programs. Except for Meigs.

LC is improving, but still gotta take Loudon in this one. 29-14

Knew it was just a matter of time. Fumble was questionable, I agree. There was also a couple no calls,Sweetwater made many mistakes that also kept that game within reach in the 3rd quarter.Sweetwater outgained Tellico more than 3 to 1, with runningbacks not even on the depth chart at the start of practice. Also held All-state runningbacks Odell & Sloan to 71yds combined, with 2 starting linebackers out. Cramps were a problem on both sides. Awesome defense, except for kickoffs and punts, that was a problem. No one memtioned Davis for Sweetwater, what a game, and defense lived in Tellicos backfield! As for this game, Odell is a beast! I have enjoyed watching him run since he was a cricket, lol. (Except against the wildcats). He can show you his body and then take it away from you and make you miss, as well as anyone! Sloan is just a monster! Problem seemed to be on the line, several Bear fans took offense to posts on here sayin they lost a few good lineman from lastyear, but that did seem to be a big problem friday. From what I here and remember Sequoyah has a young good line with some size, and that will be the key to tonights game in my opinion. Tellicos line will really have to step up this week. Still think it will be a great game to watch as Odell is capable of taking it to the house everytime he touches the ball! I give a slight edge to Sequoyah. This is gonna be a fun game to watch. Goodluck to Tellico and Sequoyah, I pray that there are no serious injuries on either side.

Well I don't usually do all these predictions and I said this well before Tellico game. I also know It's gonna be a tight one, I agree with that 100%. Why do I think that Sweetwater should be ranked ahead of Sequoyah and Meigs. They beat both teams lastyear,despite so many problems that I don't have time to talk about them all. Many of the problems are gone and all those freshman and sophs that saw playing time and started lastyear are a year older, wiser and stronger. There wasn't enough time to put in that offense lastyear, especially with no spring practice. This year players understand, are miles ahead of lastyear and have a totally different attitude. Coach Marsh is a winner and he has the players much better prepared. They still have some verygood players out that will be back after the bye week. I know Sequoyah and Meigs have improved are getting better and have things goin for them!Spirit or not I would look at it the sameway if I was outside looking in at another district, because of these reasons. Central in my opinion is the biggest unknown to me. Lost alot of players, but still have some athletes!. What happens to them over the next few weeks and how much they grow as the season progresses, has alot to do with how the standings end up.

Move Sweetwater up 2 or 3 spots and you will be much closer to right

Great job Wildcats.You have lots to work on, but you are 1-0. Just take them 1 game at a time and keep working hard and getting better every practice! Goodluck to Tellico the rest of the year.

Would love to have this game in a couple more weeks, as Sweetwater won't have any of their injured players back. But no excuses, you play with what you have. 22 - 20 I will say this team won't quit like lastyears allowing the score to be ran up! Coach Marsh has Sweetwater heading back to where they belong. Goodluck and I pray that both teams will stay injury free.

Wondering about Wartburg? Did they have several players that didn't play when they scrimmaged Sweetwater? A weird scrimmage as Sweetwater wasn't allowed to hit Wartburgs Qb but Wartburg could hit Sweetwaters? Heard they had a couple out already, can someone confirm this? They completed one big play and Qb wouldve been sacked several seconds before he threw that pass. Sweetwater lineman had to peeloff allowing him time to throw and even run the ball? Had def been able to hit Qb they couldve very well had double digit sacks and over -100yds of offense. Did they have several lineman out to? Sweetwater to had been hurt by injury bug, thats why I was asking? Goodluck to Wartburg this year!

(Always right) I agree with you, it's going to be one entertaining season. Should be exciting from beginning to end! (Dumdum) Thats your opinion. Not to bad,and you almost got it right! LOL. Nothing wrong with having faith and believing in your team, afterall everyone is undefeated rightnow!!! Goodluck, I will be praying for all the teams and young men to play hard and stay healthy every friday night.

You saw nothing about Sweetwater yesterday, that will help you figureout anything about the regular season. If that is what you are going by, you know nothing, lol. Goodluck!

Sweetwater kept very simple, didn't show anything, no crazy blitzes (It is a Jamboree, not trying to win).1st team offense didn't see field. 1st defense, will be fine One breakdown. Both Linebackers out. Dropped a pick 6. Get the win when it counts Will comment on other teams later. Pretty good though Gator. I stick with my prediction earier.

My prediction. Most Coaches don't show much at all, just try to get through it injury free. 1 exception.

Sweetwater has gotten a Coach, I wish Meigs the same luck and hope they find a good one. Always enjoyed playing Meigs, you can usually count on a strong hard working bunch that doesn't quit! I love to watch that type of player/team perform!

(UPDATE) Got 11u team together and team is looking real strong! A couple more players could really put this team over the top! -(16u) We will be getting 16u team together this week, please call or post for open gym time or more info. Verygood core of players. All positions still open, especially for a hard working post player. Both teams are looking to run exciting fast paced offenses & defenses! All players and parents are invited to attend open gym or just come watch and see what you think. - For info. Post, call or text (423)351-3123. Showstoppers.

Didn't get a chance to attend, can someone tell me how Sweetwater looked? Pitching is young, but talented (2 freshman) , should be ok if offense can put runs up. Thanks.

This post for Boys 16 under players is for the same AAU club as the topic posted for 11und. by Coach Frizz. - Here are some more details. Our practices will be in Sweetwater which is located just off I75 between Knoxville and Chattanooga. We are about 25 minutes from West Knoxville and 45 minutes from Chattanooga. We are looking for players from those towns and anywhere between them. We will practice twice a week for 2 hours. Both teams will practice around the sametime, so if you happen to have 11u and 16u boys it would be perfect to save on run around time! We are planning on running an exciting up tempo offense & defense. We will consider all types of players, but are especially looking for a post player for the 16u team, with good post moves and a great work ethic. All Coaches have AAU Coaching experience and enjoy teaching skills that will help each player develope and grow in the game of Basketball as well as in life... If you need a team this is it! -----------Call 423-351-3123 for more details.

O'Dell is tough to beat, been watchin him since he started youth football. Might be a little harder this year with several of his line being seniors lastyear, but he will still be special. Best on Defense #54 Linebacker John Knuckles from Sweetwater is a tackling machine, strong as an ox, and has real good speed for size 6'2"-6'3" 235-240 as a junior this past season. Sweetwater also has a trio of incoming juniors that started both ways on Varsity as sophs in 2009. Really like what I'm hearing about Sweetwaters new Coach also. .... How is it looking at Seq. this year?

From all that I have heard Sweetwater did get a good Coach! Money is a big problem in Monroe Co. though and something needs to be done! I would challenge everyone who thinks that way to get in contact with a board member. It may not help but if many feel this way please let it be known! Now money for a Coach isn't the only reason that teams aren't winning in Monroe Co., but it does play a part. Sweetwater is very young. When you have 2 freshman and 4 sophs starting on Varsity, most of them both ways, that is young! Tallent is a little down, but that won't last, there are good athletes coming up and some good young ones already there. Yes you are expected to win, most expect that. It is a little harder to take losing when it usually happens very little. Most every team will experince down times in their programs, even some of the better ones in the State. Old Tiger - Nice try, say what you can to bring down a program that has some of the best tradition in the State. Try to cause problems, but you should really worry about your program, all those horrible young players beat Meigs I think? You are just hoping that somehow the Wildcats will stay down. May take a little more time than usual but some young athletes are there and more will be. Not gonna lie this is a hard place to Coach, but when you work hard most will get behind you, it's impossible to make everyone happy. From what I have heard about Coach Marsh he is a good Coach and a winner. As was said Coach Williams had personal problems that was why he left, he wasn't run off and he did a complete 180 in changing the offense. Sorry for all the haters, enjoy it all you can, cause Sweetwater will be back! Just want to welcome Coach Marsh and wish him all the best. all Players and soph class, time to step it up and be leaders. Just gotta want it, work for it, and take it! Also want to say thanks to the fans that responded about Coach Marsh sounds like he is highly thought of.

Yes he is.

I met him (Coach Williams) lastweek, and I was impressed with what he had to say. Seems like a real good guy, and I think he will be a good Coach! I think his wide open spread offense will work well for the Wildcats, though it may take a couple years to really get rolling. The Wildcats aren't as deep at the skill positions this year as in the past (unless a few more comeout that haven't played) , or like they will be in a couple more years. It will take an intelligent Qb to run the offense efficiently, and I hope a certain senior will growup and stepup and run the team this year. If not there are some good incoming sophs that can get the job done, but another year of experience would help them greatly. - From what I hear he is a good defensive Coach and will show several schemes. He is trying to get a couple Coaches to come with him, but I'm sure that he will have some of Sweetwaters past assistant Coaches out there still, because there are some good ones. -I know in meeting with him, that he got me excited and pumped-up about football, and hopefully he will have the same effect on the students and get most of the athletes back out there to represent the "S"! /thumb[1].gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":thumb:" border="0" alt="thumb[1].gif" /> - Players - It's time to step-up, work hard, be more disiplined and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Many past players, fans, rival Coaches and others still know of Sweetwater and can tell you stories of how tough and how much respect they have for this program. If you want the same then go out an take it, respect isn't just handed out, you have to work for it and earn it.

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