MarsBlackmon

On 4/2/2020 at 6:56 AM, Jim1972 said:

Cannot gather together for nothing.If they are they are doing it against regulations.

No regulations are being broken. Was speaking of some kids who lifted together over Spring Break before all the school's facilities were shut down. No team gatherings what-so-ever. 

Was just encouraging to hear about some kids working hard when they weren't required to. 

On 4/1/2020 at 9:33 PM, uknoit2 said:

Heck fire! We can't get close to the school's weight rooms in Carter County!  Nor any weight room for that matter! Although I'm SURE it's happening at some places...Luckily I have a weight room here for mine, but it'd sure be nice and a lot better if the boys could work together! 

So, I take it they haven't closed down extra curricular activities in Decatur? Nothing, school related  nor sports related, is allowed around here. 

extra curriculars are shut down, yes. And i didn't mean they were gathering together as a team. I just heard a few of them were lifting together when they could over Spring break. But since then, all the school facilities have been shut down, so that's not happening anymore. 

On 3/29/2020 at 3:39 PM, Southtowner said:

It's been a tough week for Pirate Nation. 

Rest in peace Jimmy.  

Hate to hear this. Prayers for his family and the Pirate Football community. I was fortunate enough to sit down and read Stephen Hargis's book, Eight Hateful Miles, about a year ago. The book contains a great insight into the life and football career of Jimmy Wigfall - definitely a LEGEND. 

With all this quarantine business and social distancing, I am extremely bored, so I figured I would jump on this thread again. I am really excited for Fall 2020 in Decatur. Lots of talent graduating, but many great players returning. Word on the street is our young quarterback is working really hard and have had many players hitting the weight room together during this break. 

It's great to be a Tiger! 

19 hours ago, haweanbula said:

No clue, but all the posts have been about smash mouth football and how no one wants to hit or tackle fullbacks in his interviews i've seen. Based off that I'm expecting Power I. Honestly, I have no clue.

 

Defense wise they still have the same DC.  

Good stuff. Thanks for the info!

Any idea yet what kind of offense and defense this guy will run? I know McKamey was double wing and primarily 4-3 on defense. 

43 minutes ago, Imthayeti said:

Yeah I had thought he would be the Qb, and like you I hope his back is good this year. Hes a great athlete all the way around. Look forward to seeing what hes capable of at the helm. I hope Will Meadows has another year like he did last year. Was great to see how much he improved from the start to the end of the season. Look forward to seeing what leaders emerge this season.

I'm with you. Hate to lose such a great senior class and arguably the best player in school history, but there is good group returning. Lots to be excited about! I am proud to be a Tiger.

22 hours ago, Imthayeti said:

Will Logan Carrol play in the secondary on defense? Considering what the what the underclassmen have achieved the last few years and what freshman we have coming up and having seen their ability I think we wont have a problem besides line play again. I hope that's the case anyway. I still hope Will Meadows brother decides to play.

Might have to play some. Hopefully his back will not bother him as much in 2020. He will be the quarterback either way. 

18 hours ago, Headhunter42 said:

Yea, that is certainly interesting.  Could slow the actual hire way down if they want the new Principal to have some say in this, I just dont see how they could wait very long though.   Surely, the current Principal and Mr. Bray will finalize something soon for those kids sake. I had heard that Hixson was interviewing through the weekend so hopefully by next week a decision will be made. Kinda makes you wonder whats going on up at Cleveland because they have already had their OC leave recently for another job.  So they would have to replace both coordinators.  Wonder if thats any indication on the new coach at Cleveland if everybody's wanting out.  

Doubt it. The OC has been doing this for a long time, and I would say he wanted to take a shot at being a head coach. I heard the DC is a younger guy who is pretty ambitious, so I'd say he wants a shot too. 

Might be wrong, but I've got a lot of family/friends in Cleveland, and I have heard nothing but good things about Coach Wheeler. 

I attended the Cleveland/Bradley game this past year. I thought play calling was pretty good - especially in the first half. Renshaw will be missed. He came in with Crawford right? That is pretty cool that he stayed for so long even after Crawford left. 

Hope things keep getting better under Wheeler. I like watching Cleveland. 

Any other names mentioned other than Ross? 

Heard that Tracy Malone was interested in this job. 

Who will play quarterback??

Greenback will continue to be great in 2020!

15 minutes ago, Pirate2003 said:

I was kind of thinking the same thing about SP. I look forward to another great game in 2020. I’m sure you guys will he loaded again. 

Excited to host the Pirates! Not sure if we will be loaded, but it will be a good game. 2 great communities and programs.

59 minutes ago, Imthayeti said:

Think any of next years freshman may see significant playing time with varsity?

It's definitely possible - not sure about significant, but I could see a few of them getting some snaps, especially on special teams. I think 2 of them have a chance to help us in the secondary next year as well. They all seem to be pretty good kids as well - very respectful. 

I also really enjoyed watching the middle school team this year. Great group of kids, Excited for them to be Tigers! 

Future is still bright! I am ready for football season already. There is nothing like high school football in Decatur.

Proud to be a Tiger!

18 hours ago, Dadof2 said:

She’s having problems with her knee, but I’m not going to go into details, that’s not my place, but I think she will play if she can, she’s a tough kid.

She is really tough. It's been a rough start, but I still really enjoy watching our girls play. I hope we destroy Sweetwater tonight!

45 minutes ago, BBG1 said:

i would have killed to play in the state champship when i played in high school. cant wait to go watch the tigers play. those twelve dollars tix might hurt me tho with a family as big as mine lol going by the school today to get them

 

It's all worth it though! We are in a SPECIAL place!

39 minutes ago, Goldenpride said:

Was Vanderbilt still hosting it in 95? The first we went was in 91

Yessir. Played at Vandy. Lost to Goodpasture. 

1 minute ago, PeabodyPride said:

Drive is worse for us but we are used to the drive I guess.

If you are used to this drive, then you are doing something right. 

19 minutes ago, Imthayeti said:

I guess I would be considered a stray as I wasn't brought up here, but its easy to pick up and run with it ill give it that.

We are in a SPECIAL place! 

17 minutes ago, PeabodyPride said:

Nice post ! Its a great atmosphere for sure how far is the drive for yall ?

82 miles! Bout an hour and a half drive! Over the last 6 years we’ve been to Murfreesboro to play in a basketball state championship, 3 softball state championships, and a baseball state tournament appearance, but we haven’t made it to the BIG SHOW in football since 1995! Can’t wait! It’s been too long! 

For a guy who has followed Meigs County football my whole life, this will be a special week for me, my family, and this whole town. I hope this town enjoys this. This just doesn’t happen every year! 
 

Proud to be a Tiger!