GvilleDevilsFan

I never admitted anything, nor do I know anything. All I know is that Greeneville obviously has the resources to have great facilities (including the school and field) and great equipment. It’s not like Alcoa would be trying to get him from a school with no fan support and horrible facilities.

I'm not going to argue with you. I have no idea what he is paid and haven't suggested that I do. There are many people who have helped this program to be built up to where it is now. The new school was rebuilt several years ago and it is as nice as any school in the area. They remodeled the fieldhouse a few years ago as well. They also installed new turf a few years ago. They have a very impressive weightroom. All of this along with great coaching has built this program. I just think it would be harder for anyone to lure him away because of the support the town has shown this program. Again, I could be wrong. I know Alcoa would be a great opportunity for any coach.

That was the point I was making. It’s not like he is coaching at a place that hasn’t furnished the football program with everything they need to be successful. The school is outstanding, and the stadium is great and still improving. I’m sure Alcoa has great facilities as well, but he’s had success here and his family is established here as well. I just think it would be hard to lure him away from Greeneville. I could be wrong though, because Alcoa has a lot to offer as well.

I never said that. He has everything he needs here to build a great program, which he has done. The money has built great facilities and one of the best weight rooms in the area. They are also planning to complete phase two of the new stadium at some point. Why would he want to leave considering this and the fact that he has already won here? By the way, I have no idea what he is paid and have never even suggested that I do.

Exactly, this isn’t a "big and slow" NE Tennessee team. They are very strong and have several very fast players.

I think most people would tell you that I’m not a trash talker on here. I fully expect this to be a good game just like last year. Maplewood is very good team, or they wouldn’t be here. I just get tired of people trying to act like Greeneville doesn’t have athletes. I never once saw anyone catch Carmichael when he got loose last year, and I haven’t seen anyone catch Shuffler this year (4.38 forty time). Speed is speed, it doesn’t matter where you are from. Greeneville has a ton of speed this year in addition to their power.

You're right, we've never played a team like Maplewood before. Our guys will be in shock when they witness their athleticism. Oh wait, we beat them last year. Will there ever be a time that we will not hear this crap about athleticism? Trust me, we have plenty of athletes.

Congrats to Terrell Rollins.

Totally agree about the lighting, it is pitiful for such a quality facility. Hopefully they will fix that when they finish the stadium.

I don't think anyone is crying about the officiating. It was bad both ways if you ask me. We've actually been very respectful of your team. Maybe you missed that part?

Congratulations to CAK. Good luck in Cookeville.

Jamel Hall and Tanner Stewart made a statement in the first drive of the second half. They just refused to go down. That was the 'heart' the team lacked at times in the first half. Something tells me the halftime speech got their attention.

Congrats to Maryville. Looking forward to seeing you guys in Cookeville again this year. I'll be pulling for you.

First of all, nothing but respect from this Greene Devil fan for the Giles County team. You guys have a very good team! You deserve more respect than you got this week. Your offensive coordinator is a master play caller in my opinion. Your QB picked us apart for much of the game. Greeneville came out making a ton of mistakes in the first half, but the leaders stepped up and refused to lose. We needed a game like this to get ready for the Championship. I want to thank Caine Ballard and his staff. What you have done for Greeneville football is incredible. Three championship appearances in a row… enough said.

Wow, there is no way I’d want to get teenagers up before 5:00am the morning of a big game. I think a couple more hours of sleep would be more beneficial than a "little work". But, I'm sure your coach knows your team better than I do.

If you weren't impressed by Greeneville in that particular game, then you are the only person in the entire state that wasn't impressed. One thing that you can't see on video is strength. Strength is why Greeneville made it look easy in that game. Do you actually think Giles Co. is physically stronger than Alcoa?

This?

I hope it is a big crowd. You’d expect that a lot football fans in the area would come to this game, since most teams are already done. Plus, it is a rematch of a state championship game. It should be a game that people want to watch.

I missed the part that said 'ribs' the first time I read that. So, I had to change my post. Whatever happened to the 'delete post' option?

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Ok, I’ll just go ahead and ask. Has anyone else heard a rumor about something special being planned for Friday night? I don’t want to give away a surprise or anything, so a simple yes or no will confirm it for me.

Very true. Did you see that story on WJHL about Jason Witten getting two cancer patients at Niswonger Children’s Hospital a ticket to his game, and Mr. Niswonger flew them down there on his jet so they could make it there more comfortably. That is the type of guy he is. He does stuff like that all the time, and very few people ever hear about it.

Edit: nevermind, I'll wait before I post that.

We can become the Niswonger All-Stars for all I care.

Should we apologize for having a few very wealthy individuals who want to help the school and community? I don't think so. I don’t see West Greene turning down their money either. I'm very thankful to have them around, and you should be as well.